USNS MERCY Allied Crane Kits
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, is soliciting quotes for Allied Crane Kits for the USNS MERCY. This is an unrestricted acquisition for specific Allied Systems components, including cradle installation kits, off-load hooks, and wire rope assemblies. The procurement is justified as sole-source due to proprietary data rights and standardization requirements for T-AH Class vessels. Quotes are due by March 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (N3220526Q7100) seeks the procurement of an Allied Systems Cradle Kit for Organization DSM-PM4 for Fiscal Year 2026. Key deliverables include:
- CRADLE INSTL, BOAT; DC8600CTS (Quantity: 2)
- HOOK, OFF LOAD (CERTIFIED) (Quantity: 2)
- WIRE ROPE ASSY; 5/8 DF 34LR, 100 FT WR (Quantity: 2) All items require DoD unique identification and specific vendor part numbers are provided. Delivery is FOB Destination to San Diego, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Response Due: March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST)
- Published Date: March 20, 2026
- Period of Performance: Delivery on or before November 30, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes electronically via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Quotes should be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format and must include:
- Identification of requested items, unit price (inclusive of shipping), and extended price.
- Total firm fixed price, any discount terms, estimated delivery time, and technical submission requirements.
- Description including part number and title for each item.
- Principal place of performance and country of product origin. Evaluation will consider Technical (meeting solicitation requirements) and Price (reasonableness). The Government may negotiate. Vendor's standard commercial terms may lead to rejection.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified for "other than full and open competition" under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold due to "RESTRICTIVE RIGHTS" held by Allied Systems and the need for "STANDARDIZATION" to maintain fleet configuration on T-AH Class vessels. The items are identified as Critical Safety Items (Allied Davit Crane) and are subject to heightened quality assurance surveillance. Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).