USNS LUCY STONE_Watertight Door_Brand Name: Korea Steel
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, through MSCHQ NORFOLK, is soliciting proposals for a brand-name watertight sliding door for the USNS Lucy Stone. This acquisition is unrestricted and requires a specific product from Korea Steel CO, LTD. Offers are due by April 20, 2026, at 01:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (RFQ) is for the procurement of one (1) Watertight Sliding Door for the USNS Lucy Stone. The required item must include Panel Part # J760-EP010. The door is an A-0 Class Watertight Door, specifically the "J760-EP009" model from Korea Steel, which is compatible with all TAO 205 John Lewis Class Vessels. The item is intended as Government Furnished Material (GFM) for the USNS Lucy Stone FY27 PSA – WI 0130.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (RFQ)
- Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Solicitation Issue Date: April 10, 2026
- Offer Due Date: April 20, 2026, 01:00 PM
- Delivery On Or Before: October 19, 2026
- Place of Performance/Delivery: MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, San Diego, CA (DODAAC: N40443)
Evaluation & Submission
Quotes will be evaluated based on BRAND NAME (Korea Steel CO, LTD), TECHNICAL, and PRICE. Offerors must meet all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and terms and conditions. Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. It is crucial that quotes do not contain standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified as other than full and open competition due to the brand-name and compatibility requirements, as detailed in the Brand Name Justification document. DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, is applicable, requiring the contractor to provide DoD unique identification. Inspection and Acceptance will occur at the Destination (DODAAC: N62387).