USNS LUCY STONE UPS Batteries
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) Headquarters Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for UPS Batteries and related components for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209). This acquisition is a Small Business Set-Aside and seeks specific "ALWAYS ON UPS SYSTEMS CANADA INC" brand-name items. Quotes are due March 17, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (N3220526Q0032) requires the procurement of various UPS batteries and components, all specified as "ALWAYS ON UPS SYSTEMS CANADA INC" brand. Items include:
- 60 units of FAN, Part No. FA1010 (30W 230VAC 235 CFM)
- 40 units of CAPACITOR, DC BUS, Part No. CS1015 (3300UF 450VDC)
- 319 units of GEL CELL BATTERY, Part No. 00310 (12V/26AH)
- 116 units of VRLA BATTERY, Part No. 00313 (12V/56AH)
- 29 units of VRLA BATTERY, Part No. 00314 (12V/85AH) The requirement is for FOB Destination delivery to MSC WAREHOUSE, Norfolk, VA.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Small Business Set-Aside
- NAICS: 335910 (1250 employee size standard)
- Published Date: March 4, 2026
- Quote Due Date: March 17, 2026, at 02:00 PM ET
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter. Evaluation factors include Technical (meeting requirements, delivery dates, part numbers), Price (reasonableness), and Past Performance (using CPARS). Quotes must be submitted via email in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Vendors must not submit standard commercial terms and conditions.
Additional Notes
A Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (J&A) was issued, citing exclusive licensing agreements held by "Always On UPS Systems" for the necessary parts. This means only "Always On UPS Systems" or its authorized distributors can provide these specific brand-name items. Delivery requires 48-hour advance notification. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including instructions for Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment.