USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY - Watertight Door
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, Military Sealift Command (MSCHQ NORFOLK), has issued a solicitation for the procurement of a SLIDING WATERTIGHT DOOR for the USNS ROBERT F. KENNEDY. This is an unrestricted acquisition, with a specific brand name justification for Korea Steel CO.,LTD. due to standardization and compatibility requirements. Offers are due April 27, 2026, at 01:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the procurement and delivery of one (1) SLIDING WATERTIGHT DOOR, specifically identified by Vendor's Part Number J760-EP009, which includes PANEL PART # J760-EP010. The door is intended for the USNS ROBERT F. KENNEDY FY27 MTA – WI 0130. The required delivery date is October 22, 2026. The justification for other than full and open competition specifies Korea Steel CO.,LTD. as the required source or brand name, citing compatibility and standardization with other TAO 205 John Lewis Class Vessels per COMSCINST 4790.3.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Offer Due Date: April 27, 2026, 01:00 PM
- Required Delivery: October 22, 2026
- Published: April 20, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Evaluation will be conducted on a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical evaluation requires quoted parts to meet all solicitation requirements, including specified delivery dates and the exact part numbers (J760-EP009 and J760-EP010). Price reasonableness will also be assessed. Offerors are advised not to submit standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection. DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation) is applicable, requiring DoD unique identification.
Key Considerations
This procurement is specifically for a Korea Steel CO.,LTD. A-0 Class Watertight Door. Potential bidders should ensure they can supply this exact item or are an authorized distributor, as alternative products may not be acceptable due to fleet standardization and compatibility requirements. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination.