USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209) HTFW BUTTERFLY VALVE SEAT REPLACEMENTS
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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, is soliciting proposals for High-Temperature Fresh Water (HTFW) Butterfly Valve Seat Replacements for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209). This unrestricted opportunity seeks specific VITON valve seats. Offers are due March 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (N3220526Q7054) requires the procurement of Firm Fixed Price HTFW Butterfly Valve Seats. The required items are:
- Item 0001: 8 each of SEAT VALVE, 3 INCH (VITON), Part# 104-37659-90.
- Item 0002: 14 each of SEAT VALVE, 4 INCH (VITON), Part# 104-37658-90.
- Item 0003: 14 each of SEAT VALVE, 6 INCH (VITON), Part# 104-37657-90. The valves must be Lug type, Viton (FKM/FPM) material, rated for 250psi, and operated by a Gear Operator, suitable for high-temperature equipment. A technical drawing (8724010_D.pdf) provides detailed schematics of the cooling systems for Ship Service Diesel Generators (SSDG) No. 1 and No. 2, which is crucial for understanding system integration.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Solicitation Number: N3220526Q7054
- Offer Due Date: March 11, 2026, at 02:00 PM (EST)
- Delivery: On or before July 1, 2026, FOB Destination to Norfolk, VA 23511.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 332911 (Size Standard: 350 employees)
- Published Date: March 5, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist identified in block 9 of the SF1449. Submissions should be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Evaluation will be based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Technical evaluation requires quoted parts to meet all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and specified part numbers. Pricing will be assessed for reasonableness. Offerors must avoid including standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection.
Additional Notes
A Memorandum for the Record (FO- WI 550_Redacted.pdf) justifies the procurement of VITON parts due to standardization requirements per COMSCINST 4790.3, ensuring compatibility with existing equipment on vessels like the USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208). The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-5 by reference. Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), with inspection and acceptance at destination.