USNS LUCY STONE / T-AO 209 / DESALINATION PLANT
Overview
Buyer
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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), through its MSCHQ NORFOLK office, has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q0023) for the procurement of two AQUA BLUE C125-HW 36 M3/HR Desalination Plants for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209) for Fiscal Year 2026. This is an unrestricted acquisition with proposals due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement of two (2) AQUA BLUE C125-HW 36 M3/HR Desalination Plants. These units are critical ship equipment for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Product Service Code: 4410 (Industrial Boilers)
- NAICS Code: 332410
- Delivery: On or before June 1, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Norfolk, VA 23511, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 13, 2026
- Offer Due Date: March 27, 2026, at 02:00 PM (Eastern Time, based on Norfolk, VA)
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to the primary contracting officer and contract specialist.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter.
- Technical Evaluation: Quoted parts must meet all solicitation requirements, including specified delivery dates and terms.
- Price Evaluation: Pricing will be assessed for reasonableness.
- Past Performance: Evaluated using CPARS; unknown past performance will be considered acceptable.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This is an unrestricted acquisition.
Contact Information
- Primary: Ryan Hendricks (ryan.j.hendricks5.civ@us.navy.mil, 757-802-6467)
- Secondary: Ian Keller (ian.l.keller.civ@us.navy.mil, 564-226-4861)
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and in full text, including those related to Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions and Item Unique Identification. Specific packaging and marking instructions require separate containers for shipments intended for multiple vessels. Duty-free entry into the U.S. is required for the material.