USNS MEDGAR EVERS Renk Material
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, specifically MSCHQ NORFOLK, has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q7143) for the procurement of MEV Motor Pedestal Bearings and associated Renk material for the USNS MEDGAR EVERS. This acquisition is Unrestricted and is justified as a sole-source procurement due to standardization and compatibility requirements for critical ship equipment. Quotes are due by May 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires specific Renk material, including various types of bearings, seals, and hoses. Key items include:
- LINER ZCA 35/315, BEARING SHELL IN HALVES E-ZCA 35 315 H7 MACHINED
- TYPE 20 RIGID SEAL 35/315
- RADIAL SHAFT SEAL 553 X 603 X 22
- RIGID SEAL SC TYPE 22 IP 55 71-630
- PIPING FOR HYDROSTATIC JACKING 37AL-05 X 730
- HYDROSTATIC HOSE FC321-5350
All items require specific vendor part numbers. The procurement is for RENK propulsion motor drive end and non-drive end bearings, essential for maintaining the fleet configuration baseline and ensuring direct replacement compatibility.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price (FFP).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- Response Due: May 1, 2026, 10:00 AM (Eastern Time).
- Published Date: April 27, 2026.
- Period of Performance/Delivery: Deliveries are scheduled on or before January 27, 2027.
- Place of Performance: FOB Destination to MSC WAREHOUSE, NORFOLK, VA.
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Submissions must include itemized pricing, total firm fixed price, any discount terms, and estimated delivery time. For parts, quotes must include part numbers and titles for verification. Quotes should not include vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions. Evaluation will be based on Technical (meeting all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and part numbers) and Price (reasonableness).
Additional Notes
DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation) is applicable, requiring DoD unique identification for several items. Inspection and Acceptance will occur at various MSC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CENTRALIZED locations. Advance notification is required for deliveries to Norfolk, VA. The justification for other than full and open competition is based on standardization and compatibility for critical ship equipment, specifically RENK propulsion motor bearings, under the simplified acquisition threshold.