USNS PATUXENT Combine Air/Brine Ejector

Amendment / Modification

• The Response Due Date has been extended.

• The Response Due Date has been changed from February 12, 2026, to March 5, 2026.

• The proposal or quote submission deadline has been extended to 1:00 PM EST on March 5, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This document is Amendment 0001 to the solicitation/contract.

• The following attachments were added:
  • CLSExport_N3220526Q7046
  • N218575331A520 SOLE SOURCE Redacted

This amendment does not appear to modify proposal deadlines or submission requirements, but bidders should review the added attachments for any impact on their proposals.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of two (2) "COMBINED BRINE AIR EJECTOR" units for the USNS PATUXENT. The government is procuring these items to meet operational requirements.

• Item Number: 0001

• Supplies/Service: COMBINED BRINE AIR EJECTOR

• Quantity: 2 Each

• Delivery Date: On or Before 28 Feb 2026

• Inspection and Acceptance Location: Destination (DODAAC: N62387, MSC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CENTRALIZED AND SUPT STAFF NORFOLK, 471 EAST C STREET, BLDG SP-64, NORFOLK, VA 23511-2419, UNITED STATES)

• Packaging and Marking: Must comply with DODMANUAL 4140.01, VOLUME 9, MIL-STD-2073-1(series) or ASTM D3951(series), and ISPM Publication No. 15 for wood packaging. Markings must include "MARK FOR: USNS PATUXENT (TAO 201)", REQUISITION NUMBER: N218575331A520, and PURCHASE/DELIVERY ORDER NUMBER: TBD.

• Contract Type: Not explicitly stated, but indicated as a Request for Quote (RFQ) in Block 14.

• Period of Performance: Delivery required on or before 28 Feb 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated in the provided pages.

• Solicitation Issue Date: 06 Feb 2026

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 12 Feb 2026, 01:00 PM

• Submission Instructions: Offerors must complete blocks 12, 17, 23, 24, and 30. Invoices are to be submitted via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF).

• Evaluation Criteria: Not detailed in the provided pages.

• The acquisition is marked as "UNRESTRICTED" in Block 10.

• This solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5. Addenda are attached.

• Duty-Free Entry is applicable (N32205.52.225-9Z01).

• Ship and Base Access requirements are detailed (N32205.52.211-9Z02), including a requirement to complete SECNAV 5512/1 and provide a list of visiting personnel.

• Specific instructions for WAWF submission are provided (N32205.52.232-9Z01).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a memorandum justifying the use of other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It identifies a specific item, the "COMBINED BRINE/AIR EJECTOR," and the sole source vendor, ALFA LAVAL, for this procurement.

• Item: COMBINED BRINE/AIR EJECTOR

• Brand Name: ALFA LAVAL

• Required Delivery Date/Period of Performance: 02/28/2026

• The acquisition is expected to not exceed the simplified acquisition threshold.

• The anticipated dollar value of the procurement is not specified.

• This document is a justification for sole-source procurement, not a solicitation for proposals.

• The justification for sole-source procurement is based on "STANDARDIZATION/BRAND NAME" per MSCs standardization initiative, requiring the specified make/model (9841222400) to satisfy the Government's needs for additional units or replacement items.

• Other vessels using this make/model include USNS Rappahanock, USNS Laramie, and USNS Guadalupe.

• The requirement was identified on 11/5/2025 and delayed due to technical research.

• The document references FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i) and FAR 13.106-3(b)(3)(i).

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document lists clauses that are incorporated by reference into a solicitation or contract. It serves as a reference for bidders to understand the legal and regulatory requirements that will apply to the contract.

• Clause Number: Unique identifier for each clause.
• Clause Title: A brief description of the clause's subject matter.
• Alt No/Dev No: Indicates any alternative or deviation numbers associated with the clause.
• Year-Mo: The year and month the clause was last updated.
• Section: The section of the relevant regulation (e.g., DFARS, FAR) where the clause is located.
• Full Text Clauses: Some clauses are provided in full text for immediate review, including detailed requirements and representations.

Bidders must review these clauses to understand their obligations, potential risks, and compliance requirements. Key clauses highlighted in full text include:

• 252.204-7017 (Prohibition on the Acquisition of Covered Defense Telecommunications Equipment or Services-Representation): Requires bidders to represent whether they provide such equipment or services and to disclose details if they do.
• 252.225-7035 (Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program Certificate-Alternate I): Outlines requirements and certifications related to the origin of end products and components.
• 252.232-7006 (Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions): Details the procedures for submitting payment requests and receiving reports electronically via WAWF.
• 52.212-2 (Evaluation-Commercial Products and Commercial Services): Specifies the factors the Government will use to evaluate offers.
• 52.211-7003 (Item Unique Identification and Valuation): Mandates requirements for unique item identification and marking for delivered items.