USNS LUCY STONE_VIDMARS_BRAND NAME

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, N3220526Q7108, is for the procurement of specific Vidmar cabinets, including "EXTRA WIDE HOUSING (XW) CABINET, WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE," "SHALLOW DEPTH HOUSING (LW) CABINET WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE," and "EXTRA WIDE SHALLOW DEPTH HOUSING (XL) CABINET WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE." The acquisition is being conducted by MSCHQ NORFOLK.

• Items:

  • 5 units of "EXTRA WIDE HOUSING (XW) CABINET, WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE" (Vendor Part Number: RP1146AL)
  • 1 unit of "SHALLOW DEPTH HOUSING (LW) CABINET WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE" (Vendor Part Number: RP1145AL)
  • 3 units of "EXTRA WIDE SHALLOW DEPTH HOUSING (XL) CABINET WITH SST WORK SURFACE AND WOOD CORE" (Vendor Part Number: RP1171AL)

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price for all items.

• Packaging and Marking: Must comply with DODMANUAL 4140.01, VOLUME 9, and MIL-STD 2073-1(series) or ASTM D3951(series). Wood packaging must comply with ISPM Publication No. 15. Markings must include "MARK FOR: USNS LUCY STONE 27 PSA", Requisition Number (TBD), and Purchase/Delivery Order Number (TBD). Shipments for multiple vessels must be in separate containers.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but implied to be a firm-fixed-price order based on "Firm Fixed Price" noted for items and "Simplified Acquisitions" in evaluation factors.

• Period of Performance: Delivery is on or before December 28, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: April 3, 2026, 03:00 PM.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to the contracting officer and contract specialist listed in block 9 of the SF1449. Quotes must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.

• Evaluation Factors:

  • BRAND NAME: Offers will be evaluated to determine which is most advantageous, considering price and other factors. Parts must be BRAND NAME-VIDMAR.
  • TECHNICAL: Quoted parts must meet solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and part numbers. The quote must confirm that all technical requirements can be met.
  • PRICE: Quoted pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness.

• Vendor Terms and Conditions: Quotes must not include vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions, as these may result in rejection.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED."

• NAICS Code: 321999 (Size Standard: 500 employees).

• Payment Instructions: Payment will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Specific routing data is provided.

• Inspection and Acceptance: IAW FAR 52.212-4(a), Inspection/Acceptance. Locations are at MSC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CENTRALIZED AND SUPT STAFF NORFOLK.

• Delivery: FOB Destination to MSC WAREHOUSE, NORFOLK, VA. Requires 48-hour advance notification to MSC_N48_Transportation_Team@us.navy.mil.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum for the Record" dated March 10, 2026, justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. It outlines the rationale for procuring specific items from a single source, citing FAR 12.102(a) and GSAR 538.7104-3 and -4.

• Product/Service: Procurement of Vidmars for T-ALT 205-0014.
• Period of Performance: January 15, 2027 - May 13, 2027.
• Intended Use: Material purchase for USNS Lucy Stone FY 27 - WI- 619.
• Required Source/Brand Name: Vidmar.
• Justification: The document indicates that the requirement is for specific brand name items (Vidmar) and lists several potential reasons for sole-source procurement, including standardization and compatibility. Specifically, it notes that "Vidmar" is the required brand name. It also lists specific model numbers (RP1146AL, RP1145AL, and RP1171AL) and associated vessels (USNS John Lewis, USNS OVP, and USNS I) for standardization and compatibility.

This document explains why the government is limiting competition for this specific procurement. Bidders interested in supplying Vidmar products or related services should note the brand name requirement and the specified period of performance. The justification for sole-source procurement suggests that direct competitors may not be able to meet the stated requirements for standardization or compatibility without specific authorization or licensing.