USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN Cargo Crane
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, MSCHQ NORFOLK, is soliciting for the procurement of cargo crane parts and potentially services for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN. This is an Unrestricted solicitation (N3220526Q7079), but a redacted Sole Source Justification (SSJ) for Appleton Marine Inc. is attached, indicating they are the identified sole source for specific proprietary parts (AMD-1975). Offers are due March 04, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks various specific parts required for the maintenance and operational readiness of the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN cargo crane. Key deliverables include, but are not limited to: PLC BATTERY, LIGHT BRACKET, CRANE HOIST WIRE ROPES, WINCH MOTOR BLEED OFF VALVE, RELIEF VALVE CARTIDGE, HEEL BUSHING, FLOODLIGHT, CRANE HOOK & BLOCK ASSY, TUBE END REDUCER, DISPLAY UNIT ENCLOSURE, MOTOR WINCH, WINCH VENT RELIEF VALVE, CABLE TRACK, TELESCOPE PIN, SNAP RING, SHIM, O-RING RUN TEE, SHIM SET, and SLIDE PAD. Several line items require DoD unique identification as per DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Number: N3220526Q7079
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price
- NAICS Code: 333923 (Winches, Hoists, Cranes, And Derricks) with a size standard of 1400 employees
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Delivery: Expected on or before July 20, 2026, with FOB Contractor Destination.
- Justification for Sole Source: The attached SSJ identifies Appleton Marine Inc. as the sole source for specific AMD-1975 parts due to proprietary rights, lack of authorized distributors, and the critical nature of these parts for ship safety and MSC's standardization initiative for T-AKE class ships.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission: Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer, Haley Rolince (haley.a.rolince.civ@us.navy.mil), and contract specialist, Edward Ruhling (edward.v.ruhling.civ@us.navy.mil). Submissions must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on technical acceptability and price reasonableness. The government reserves the right to negotiate with quoters and seek revisions.
- Award Possibility: A purchase order may be issued to Appleton Marine Inc. as a sole source if their quote is technically acceptable and offered at a fair and reasonable price.
- Terms: Vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions are not acceptable and may lead to rejection.
Key Dates
- Published Date: February 18, 2026
- Offer Due Date: March 04, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST
- Required Delivery Date: July 20, 2026