USNS GRASP Sauer Compressor Kit

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum for the Record" dated March 24, 2026, detailing the "Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition" for an acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. It documents the justification for soliciting from a single source for the "Kit D, WP5000 8000HR Maintenance for WI 533 HPAC Service for Grasp's 2027 ROH/DD". The required delivery date is November 11, 2026, and the intended use is for WI 533 HPAC Service for Grasp's 2027 ROH/DD. The required source or brand name is SAUER Compressors USA, Inc.

The justification for single-source procurement is based on "Exclusive Licensing Agreements" and "Standardization". Sauer is identified as the sole source holding the knowledge and expertise to provide compatible parts. Additionally, per COMSCINST 4790.3, only the specified make/model will satisfy the Government's needs for fleet configuration baseline. The document also notes that the requirement is not considered critical ship equipment.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains why a specific brand (SAUER Compressors USA, Inc.) and part (Kit D, WP5000 8000HR Maintenance for WI 533 HPAC Service) is being procured through other than full and open competition. It indicates that the opportunity may be limited to distributors or service providers authorized by SAUER Compressors USA, Inc., or those who can demonstrate compatibility and meet standardization requirements for existing fleet configurations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (N3220526Q7116) is for the procurement of "USNS GRASP Compressor Kits." The government is procuring these kits, with a specific requirement for "KIT D, WP5000 8000HR MAINTENANCE."

• Procurement of "USNS GRASP Compressor Kits."

• Specifically, "KIT D, WP5000 8000HR MAINTENANCE" is listed as an item.

• The requirements in DFARS 252.211-7003, "Item Identification and Valuation," are applicable. The contractor must provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• The vendor's part number is 085154.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery Date: On or Before November 11, 2026.

• FOB Details: Contractor Destination.

• Offer Due Date: April 6, 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Quotes must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. No other method is acceptable.

• Evaluation Factors: The government may issue a purchase order to Sauer Compressor if they provide a technically acceptable quote at a fair and reasonable price. Quotes must meet solicitation requirements, including parts, delivery dates, and terms. Pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness. Vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions may be considered a material defect and lead to rejection.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED."

• NAICS Code: 333912 (Small Business Size Standard: 1,000 employees).

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

• Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required for payment and receiving reports.

• Critical Safety Items: Compressor Kits are designated as aviation critical safety items and are subject to heightened quality assurance surveillance.

• Packaging and Marking: Must comply with DODMANUAL 4140.01, MIL-STD-2073-1(series), ASTM D3951(series), and ISPM Publication No. 15 for wood packaging.

• Duty-Free Entry: Contractors must initiate entitlement requests via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Transportation module.