USNS COMFORT Crouse-Hinds Lighting Fixtures
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command Headquarters (MSCHQ) Norfolk, has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q7083) for the procurement of Crouse-Hinds lighting fixtures and components for the USNS COMFORT. This is an unrestricted acquisition, with proposals due by February 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks to acquire specific Crouse-Hinds lighting components to ensure compatibility with existing equipment on the USNS COMFORT (a T-AH Class vessel). The required items include:
- Crouse-Hinds 4FT Lighting Lens (FX2165): 135 units
- Crouse-Hinds 2FT Lighting Lens (FX2163): 39 units
- Crouse-Hinds CLIPS (FX8014A): 200 units
- CROUSE-HINDS EXIT SIGN (F1703F): 4 units
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 335132 (Indoor And Outdoor Electric Lighting Fixtures)
- Size Standard: 600 employees
- Delivery: On or before May 4, 2026, to Contractor Destination (FOB).
- Payment: Via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
- FAR Clauses: Incorporates relevant FAR clauses by reference for commercial products and services.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Accepted formats include Adobe or Microsoft Office.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter.
- Contact: Colin Edick, colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil, 5642261232.
Additional Notes
A "Memorandum for the Record" dated February 18, 2026, indicates a justification for using other than full and open competition for this acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. This document specifies an intent to sole-source these parts from Crouse-Hinds due to compatibility requirements with existing equipment on T-AH Class vessels. While the solicitation is unrestricted, potential bidders should be aware of this stated preference for the specified brand.