USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS WINDLASS MOTOR

Amendment / Modification

This amendment extends the response due date for the solicitation.

• Solicitation N3220526Q7154

• The proposal response due date has been extended from May 12, 2026, to May 14, 2026.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies Solicitation N3220526Q7154 to change the acquisition strategy from sole source to Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Additionally, the response due date has been extended.

• The acquisition strategy is changed from sole source to LPTA.

• The response due date is extended.

• The offer due date has been extended to May 12, 2026.

• The evaluation criteria have been updated to reflect an LPTA approach, meaning quotes will be evaluated on technical acceptability first, followed by price. The lowest priced technically acceptable quote will be considered for award.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum for the Record" dated May 1, 2026, detailing the "Use of Other Than Full and Open Competition" for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It documents the decision that only one responsible source is available for the procurement of "Anchor Windlass Motor Repairs."

This document indicates that the government intends to sole-source the procurement of Anchor Windlass Motor Repairs. The specific product required is a "Stromag 4BZFM40 Brake," identified as a direct replacement part for existing equipment and compatible with T-AKE CLASS vessels. The required delivery date is July 1, 2026. This information is crucial for potential bidders as it suggests that a solicitation, if issued, may be restricted to the identified sole source or require a strong justification for any other vendor to be considered.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of a "BRAKE ASSEMBLY" for the USNS WCH Anchor Windlass Motor Brake. The government is procuring two (2) units of this assembly.

• The primary deliverable is a "BRAKE ASSEMBLY".

• The 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: 4BZFM40.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery Date: On or Before 30 September 2026.

• Delivery Location: MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, 9284 BALBOA AVENUE, SAN DIEGO CA 92123-5000, UNITED STATES.

• Solicitation Number: N3220526Q7154

• Solicitation Issue Date: 01 May 2026

• Offer Due Date/Local Time: 06 May 2026, 10:00 AM

• Quotes are to be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist.

• Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability and fair and reasonable pricing.

• The government may negotiate with offerors.

• Quotes must not contain vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions.

• The acquisition is marked as UNRESTRICTED.

• NAICS Code: 335314, Size Standard: 145 employees.

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

• DFARS clauses are also incorporated by reference and in full text, including those related to Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions and Item Unique Identification and Valuation.

• Critical Safety Items are designated as "Anchor Windlass Motor."

Other / Unclassified

This document is a "Memorandum for the Record" dated April 30, 2026, detailing the justification for using other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. The acquisition is for "Anchor Windlass Motor Repairs" with a required delivery date of July 1, 2026, intended to replace the Anchor Windlass Motor. The specific brand name required is "MacGregor".

This document is relevant to potential bidders as it explains the rationale behind a sole-source or limited-source procurement. It specifies that the requirement is for "Anchor Windlass Motor Repairs" for the "MacGregor" brand, model "M990199 Electrom Brake". The justification for limited competition is based on restrictive rights, exclusive licensing agreements, standardization for fleet configuration, or compatibility requirements. Bidders interested in this opportunity should note that the government has determined that only one source (MacGregor) can satisfy the need due to these factors, specifically mentioning that MacGregor only sells direct and has no authorized distributors, and is the OEM of the approved motor. The document also indicates that this is considered critical ship equipment.