USNS RICHARD BYRD - PUMP ASSEMBLY, CHILL WATER

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (N3220526Q0036) is for the procurement of an LT CHILL WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY. The acquisition is being conducted as an unrestricted procurement.

• The primary deliverable is one (1) LT CHILL WATER PUMP ASSEMBLY.

• Requirements in DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, are applicable.

• The contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent.

• Vendor's (Seller's) Part Number: NA2010-PMPEND.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• The period of performance is not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the delivery date is specified as on or before 01 Apr 2028.

• Offer Due Date: 13 Apr 2026, 10:00 AM.

• Quotes should be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist identified in block 9 of the SF1449, in either Adobe or Microsoft Office format. No other method of submission is acceptable.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter.

• Technical evaluation requires that quoted parts meet solicitation requirements, including required parts, delivery dates, and terms and conditions. The quote must state that all aspects of the technical requirement, including required delivery date and part numbers, can be met.

• Price evaluation will assess the reasonableness of quoted pricing.

• Vendors must not include their standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may result in rejection.

• This acquisition is marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• Inspection and Acceptance will be conducted at the destination (MSC PROGRAM MANAGEMENT CENTRALIZED AND SUPT STAFF NORFOLK, VA 23511-2419).

• Delivery is FOB Destination to MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS in San Diego, CA 92123-5000.

• Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) is required for payment and receiving reports.

Other / Unclassified

This memorandum documents the determination to use other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It identifies the item/service as "AIR CONDITIONING-CHILLED WATER PUMP LONG LEAD TIME MATERIAL" and specifies "BUFFALO PUMPS" as the required source, with a required delivery date of 4/1/2028.

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains the rationale for a sole-source procurement. The justification for this approach is based on:

• Restrictive Rights: Proprietary rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes related to ASTM-F998-97 and MFR DWG-CA16762 REV. C.
• Exclusive Licensing Agreements: Buffalo Pumps Inc. is identified as the sole OEM or authorized distributor.
• Standardization/Brand Name: Per MSC's standardization initiative, only the specified Buffalo Pumps make/model (PUMP ASSEMBLY NA2010-PMPEND) will satisfy the Government's needs for additional units or replacement items for T-AKES 1-14 vessels.
• Form, Fit, and Function: The item is a direct replacement for existing equipment and must be compatible with the existing configuration, specifically referencing MFR-BUFFALO PUMPS INC CAGE-83130 MFR DWG-CA16762 REV. C EQUIP SPEC-ASTM-F998-97.

The document also notes an estimated production lead time of 720 days.