USNS GRASP Quincy LPAC Material
Overview
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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, specifically MSCHQ NORFOLK, has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q7078) for the procurement of LPAC Material (Compressors and Vacuum Pumps) for the USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51). This acquisition seeks a 100PSIG Compressor and a Compressed Air Dryer. While the solicitation is Unrestricted, a justification for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" indicates a preference for Quincy Compressor parts due to compatibility with existing equipment. Offers are due by February 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the delivery of specific components to replace existing units on the USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51):
- 100PSIG Compressor: Two (2) units, requiring DoD unique identification. Vendor's Part Number: QSI-50.
- Compressed Air Dryer: One (1) unit, requiring DoD unique identification. Vendor's Part Number: QHD-320. The purpose is to meet the operational needs of the vessel by replacing existing equipment.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (implied by pricing arrangements for items).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Product Service Code: 4310 (Compressors And Vacuum Pumps).
- Period of Performance: Delivery is required on or before July 31, 2026.
- Place of Performance (Delivery): FOB Destination to MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, San Diego, CA. 48-hour advance notification is required for deliveries.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Instructions: Offers must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Submissions must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable offeror. Technical evaluation will verify that quoted parts meet all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and terms. Price will be assessed for reasonableness.
- Key Consideration: A "Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition" memorandum identifies Quincy Compressor as the required source/brand name for "LPAC Material" (specifically model QUINCY COMPRESSOR / X21467V0023) due to compatibility as a direct replacement part for T-ARS Class vessels. This implies that only offers for these specific parts, or demonstrably compatible equivalents, will be considered technically acceptable.
Key Deadlines
- Offer Due Date: February 26, 2026, at 10:00 AM (Eastern Standard Time, assumed from Norfolk office).
- Published Date: February 17, 2026.
Additional Notes
- The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference.
- DFARS clause 252.211-7003 (Item Unique Identification and Valuation) is applicable.
- Packaging and marking requirements reference DODMANUAL 4140.01 and MIL-STD-129R.
- Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is mandated for electronic submission of payment requests and receiving reports.
- Primary Contact: Colin Edick, colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil, 5642261232.