USNS PATUXENT B&K Filters
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 Military Sealift Command (MSC), under the Department of the Navy, has issued a Sources Sought notice to identify eligible businesses capable of providing Boll & Kirch main engine lube oil filters for the USNS PATUXENT (T-AO 201). This is market research to determine potential small business set-aside opportunities. Responses are due April 15, 2025.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks vendors for specific Boll & Kirch Automatic Filters:
- Description: Boll & Kirch Automatic Filter 6.64.07 DN250
- Part number: 6.64.1.7 DN250 The delivery location is MSC W143 Warehouse, 1968 Gilbert Street Dwy 10, Norfolk, VA 23511.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a solicitation)
- NAICS Code: 811310 – Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
- Set-Aside: Encourages Small businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, Certified HUBZone, and Certified 8(a) Small Businesses to respond. The Government will determine if a small business set-aside is in its best interest.
- Responses Due: April 15, 2025, by 10:00 AM EDT
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On/about April 20, 2026
- Published: April 3, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested small businesses must submit a brief capabilities package demonstrating their ability to provide the requested items. This package should include:
- Company Profile: Number of employees, office location(s), Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), CAGE Code, and a statement regarding small business designation and status.
- Facility: Where the work will be performed.
- Partnership Agreements: Any with large businesses. Responses must be sent via email to robert.w.vance27.civ@us.navy.mil. Fax or mail submissions will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and does not constitute a request for quote or proposal. The Government is not obligated to pay for information received. Participation will assist the Government in tailoring future requirements.