USNS COMFORT Von Duprin Fire Door Items
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 (MSC) is soliciting proposals for Von Duprin Fire Door Items for the USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20). This is a Solicitation for specific brand-name parts, justified for "other than full and open competition" due to standardization requirements. Quotes are due June 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for specific Von Duprin fire door parts to be used as Government Furnished Material (GFM) for WI 574B on the USNS COMFORT. Required items and quantities include:
- 8827-F TOP LATCH: 13 units (Vendor P/N 88VR10F)
- 8827 BOTTOM LATCH CASE FIRE RATED: 8 units (Vendor P/N 88VR170F)
- Von Duprin SOFFIT LATCH KIT: 4 units (Vendor P/N G114141)
- 8827TP-BE-F-26D EXIT DEVICE: 8 units (Vendor P/N Von Duprin) Delivery is required on or before August 4, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (implied Firm Fixed Price)
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED
- Offer Due Date: June 3, 2026, 10:00 AM
- Published Date: May 27, 2026
- Delivery Date: On or before August 4, 2026
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quoter. Quotes must meet all solicitation requirements, including specified parts, delivery dates, and terms. Pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness. Standard commercial terms and conditions may lead to rejection. Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist (listed in block 9 of SF1449) in Adobe or Microsoft Office format only.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified for "other than full and open competition" because the specified "Von Duprin" brand name parts are required for standardization per COMSCINST 4790.3, ensuring fleet configuration baseline compatibility. Packaging and marking requirements are detailed, specifically for USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) WI 574B FIRE DOORS. Duty-free entry is required. FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference and in full text, including WAWF payment instructions. Contact: Colin Edick, colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil.