USNS SHEPARD CRANE PARTS
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 Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (N3220526Q7153) for the procurement of various crane parts and assemblies for the USNS SHEPARD CRANE HOIST. This acquisition is UNRESTRICTED, though a price evaluation preference for HUBZone Small Business Concerns is noted. Offers are due by May 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks to acquire specific parts and assemblies necessary for the ongoing operations and maintenance of the USNS SHEPARD's crane hoist. Key items include various lengths of hose assemblies, split flanges, crane blocks, hydraulic cylinders, cable tracks, pins, snap rings, shims, O-rings, valves, and winches. All items are to be procured on a Firm Fixed Price basis.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
- NAICS Code: 333923 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing), Size Standard: 500 employees
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED (with HUBZone Price Evaluation Preference)
- Offer Due Date: May 27, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Published Date: May 13, 2026
- Delivery Date: All items are to be delivered by July 23, 2026.
- Place of Performance: MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, San Diego, CA.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit quotes via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Quotes should identify the requested item(s), unit price, extended price, principal place of performance, and country of product origin. Evaluation will be based on Technical acceptability (meeting solicitation requirements) and Price reasonableness. Past performance will be evaluated using CPARS.
Additional Notes
A redacted Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition (SSJ) is attached, which indicates a previous consideration for sole-source procurement to Appleton Marine Inc. for specific 10-year overhaul and recertification parts due to exclusive licensing for a ship safety critical system. However, the current solicitation is explicitly UNRESTRICTED. Vendors are responsible for Navy Installation Access and Ship Access List submissions.