USNS PATUXENT CuNi Pipe
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 the Military Sealift Command (MSC) MSCHQ NORFOLK, is soliciting quotes for Copper Nickel (CuNi) Pipe in support of the USNS PATUXENT (T-AO 201). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for a simplified acquisition. Quotes are due by February 23, 2026, at 1:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation (N3220526Q0017) requires the procurement of 300 feet of CuNi ROUND TUBE, 6" IPS X CLASS 200 6.625" X .134" WALL X 20', 90/10 PER MIL-T-16420K, ANNEALED, SEAMLESS. Material must be packed, crated, and prepared for shipment according to DODMANUAL 4140.01, VOLUME 9, DOD SUPPLY CHAIN MATERIEL MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES, utilizing MIL-STD-2073-1(series) or commercial packaging (ASTM D3951(series)). Crating must comply with ISPM Publication No. 15. Markings must include "MARK FOR: USNS PATUXENT (T-AO 201)", REQUISITION NUMBER: N2185760164002, and PURCHASE/DELIVERY ORDER NUMBER: TBD. Delivery is FOB Destination (Norfolk, VA), requiring 48-hour advance notification. Inspection and acceptance will occur at destination.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Simplified Acquisition
- Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: 100% for Small Business (Total Small Business Set-Aside)
- NAICS Code: 331420 (Size Standard: 1050 employees)
- Product/Service Code: 4710 (Pipe, Tube And Rigid Tubing)
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 23, 2026, 1:00 PM Local Time.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to the contracting officer and contract specialist identified in block 9 of the SF1449. Quotes must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.
- Evaluation Factors: Quotes will be evaluated on a lowest priced technically acceptable basis. Technical acceptability requires quoted parts to meet all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and terms. Price will be evaluated for reasonableness. Vendors should note that standard commercial terms and conditions may be considered a material defect and lead to rejection.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference. Payment requests and receiving reports must be submitted through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. Duty-free entry is required, and contractors must initiate requests via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Transportation module. The primary contact for this opportunity is Robert Vance (robert.w.vance27.civ@us.navy.mil).