USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY GEA Purifier Pump
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, is soliciting for a GEA Mechanical Equipment Fuel Purifier Supply Pump for the USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY (T-AO 208). This is a Firm Fixed-Price requirement, justified as a sole-source procurement. Quotes are due by April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of one (1) Fuel Purifier Supply Pump, specifically Manufacturer's Part Number GEA 9990-0304-335. The pump is required to clear a Casualty Report (CASREP) on the USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208) and ensure its operational readiness. The "Other Than Full and Open Competition" memorandum justifies this as a sole-source acquisition due to "Restrictive Rights," identifying GEA as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for purifier pumps fitting the TAO-208 class, and noting the part's standardization per COMSCINST 4790.3 for fleet configuration baseline.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (justified as sole-source)
- NAICS Code: 333914 (Power And Hand Pumps), Size Standard: 500 employees
- Delivery Requirement: On or before June 15, 2026
- Item Identification: Must meet DFARS 252.211-7003, Item Identification and Valuation, requiring DoD unique identification.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Due Date: April 9, 2026, at 05:00 PM ET.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to the contracting officer and contract specialist (identified on block 9 of the SF1449) in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical compliance (meeting all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and terms) and Price reasonableness. The government reserves the right to negotiate with offerors.
Additional Notes
This opportunity was published on April 7, 2026. The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, such as those related to Item Unique Identification and Valuation (DFARS 252.211-7003) and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) Payment Instructions (DFARS 252.232-7006). Specific packaging, marking, and duty-free entry requirements are detailed. The primary contact is Robert Vance at robert.w.vance27.civ@us.navy.mil.