USNS ALAN SHEPARD VALVES

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of "USNS Alan Shepard Low Temp Chilled Water Valves." The government is seeking to acquire specific types and quantities of valves for the USNS Alan Shepard.

• 2" GATE VALVE: 90 Each (Vendor Part Number: 1176-2.0IN)

• 3" BUTTERFLY VALVE: 30 Each (Vendor Part Number: 03AG064012)

• 2.5" BUTTERFLY VALVE: 10 Each (Vendor Part Number: 25AG064012) All items are to be priced on a Firm Fixed Price basis.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a Firm Fixed Price contract based on pricing arrangement.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is required on or before 08 Sep 2026 for all items.

• Estimated Value: Not stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: 08 May 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Submission Method: Quotes are to be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist identified in block 9 of the SF1449. Accepted formats are Adobe or Microsoft Office. No other method of submission is acceptable.

• Evaluation Criteria: The government may issue a purchase order to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter. Quotes must meet solicitation requirements, including part numbers and delivery dates. The quote must state that all aspects of the technical requirement can be met. Pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness.

• Vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions will not be considered and may result in rejection.

• The acquisition is marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 332911 (Industrial Valve Manufacturing)

• Size Standard: Not specified.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• DFARS clauses are also incorporated by reference, including those related to Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) for payment and receiving reports, and Item Unique Identification and Valuation.

• Packaging and Marking requirements are detailed, including IAW DODMANUAL 4140.01 and MIL-STD-129R.

• Shipments are FOB Destination to San Diego, CA, requiring 48-hour advance notification.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum for the Record" dated April 29, 2026, detailing the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The acquisition is for "Low temperature chilled water valves" with a required delivery date of September 5, 2026. The intended use is for ASD MTA 2026 WI 0892 - CHW valve renewals and system flush. The required source or brand name is specified by part numbers listed on the MOR. The document also states that these are not designated as critical ship equipment.

This document is relevant to bidders as it explains the government's intent to sole-source the procurement of specific chilled water valves. It indicates that the government has determined that only one responsible source or brand name is available for this requirement, potentially limiting the opportunity for competitive bidding. Bidders interested in supplying these valves should note the specific product description and intended use. The document references "Part numbers as listed on MOR" which would be crucial for identifying the exact items required.