USNS KAISER Freshwater Generator
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 / MSC has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to make a sole source award to Alfa Laval, Inc. for Freshwater Generators for the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187). This acquisition is for OEM material to maintain fleet configuration. Responses regarding this sole source intent are due April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of AQUA Blue E1 C125-HW: 10,000 GPD Desalination Plant freshwater generators. These units are essential OEM components for the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187), specifically for Work Item 0519_A_INSTALLATION OF NEV. The place of performance is San Diego, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Intent to Sole Source)
- Intended Awardee: Alfa Laval, Inc.
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: April 14, 2026
- Published: April 8, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The government's intent to award to Alfa Laval, Inc. is based on their status as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and exclusive licensing agreements. This specific make and model is required to maintain the fleet configuration baseline for T-AO 187 Class vessels, adhering to COMSCINST 4790.3 standardization requirements. Any parts ordered globally would ultimately be sourced through Alfa Laval.
Additional Notes
This is a notice of intent to award on a sole source basis and is not a request for competitive proposals. Interested parties who believe they can meet the requirement may submit a statement of capability by the response date for consideration. However, the government has determined that this opportunity is likely not open to general competition due to the OEM and standardization requirements.