USNS LENTHALL Oil Purifier Bowls
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) Norfolk, is issuing a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ N3220526Q7109) for oil purifier bowls for the USNS JOHN LENTHALL (T-AO 189). This acquisition is being conducted on a sole-source basis with GEA Mechanical USA, Inc. (GEA Westfalia), the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). Quotes are due by April 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for the procurement of specific oil purifier bowls, including 5 lube oil purifiers, 10 fuel oil purifiers, and 5 oily water separator purifiers, for the USNS LENTHALL (T-AO 189). These items are critical for the ship's safety and operational readiness.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Request for Quotation (RFQ) / Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Not set-aside (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Statutory Authority: 10 U.S.C. 3204(a)(1) - Only one responsible source
- Intended Source: GEA Mechanical USA, Inc. (GEA Westfalia), as the OEM.
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Anticipated Award Date: May 8, 2026
- Anticipated Delivery: June 15, 2027
- Funding: US Navy O&MN FY26 Funds
- Published Date: April 17, 2026
Justification for Sole Source
The procurement is justified as other than full and open competition because GEA Westfalia is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the existing oil purifier systems onboard T-AO 187 class vessels. Market research, including a sources sought notice posted on SAM.gov on March 24, 2026, yielded no other interested or capable offerors. GEA is deemed the only manufacturer capable of providing the necessary supplies to ensure the ship's safety, as the material is no longer readily available or fit for modern commercial vessels.
Submission Details
Quotes must be submitted via email to Thomas White (thomas.l.white222.civ@us.navy.mil) by the due date and time. Submissions must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Reference the solicitation number N3220526Q7109 on your quote.
Point of Contact
For questions, contact Thomas White at thomas.l.white222.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-3193.