USNS COMFORT REFRIGERATION AND FREEZE EQUIPMENT REPLACMENT
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 / MSCHQ NORFOLK has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q0020) for the replacement of galley refrigeration and freeze equipment aboard the USNS COMFORT. This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED and may result in a sole source award to MGR Equipment Corp. Quotes are due February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the replacement of specific galley refrigeration and freeze equipment on the USNS COMFORT. Key items include:
- Undercounter Refrigerators (#2 & #4, #6 & #7)
- Cold Food Counter (4 Pan #1)
- Upright Freezers (#3, #3 & #5)
- Upright Refrigerators (#1 & #2) All replacement items must have DoD unique identification or equivalent. The justification for other than full and open competition highlights the need for direct replacement parts that are form, fit, and function compatible with existing equipment, citing restrictive rights and standardization requirements (MGR Equipment Corp. is the OEM).
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (N3220526Q0020)
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- Anticipated Value: $124,194.00
- Quote Due Date: February 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
- Required Delivery Date: January 8, 2027
- Published Date: February 19, 2026
- Delivery Terms: FOB Destination
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability and price reasonableness. The government reserves the right to issue a purchase order to MGR Equipment Corp. as a sole source vendor if a technically acceptable quote at a fair and reasonable price is received.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses by reference, including those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation (DFARS 252.211-7003) and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions (DFARS 252.232-7006). Detailed packaging and marking requirements are specified, including advance notification for deliveries to Norfolk, VA.