USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN CSW Pump Parts
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
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- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
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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 (N3220526Q7130) for the procurement of brand name AESSEAL, Inc. pump parts for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN (T-AKE 12). This is an unrestricted acquisition for FY 2026, specifically for Central Sea Water (CSW) pump overhaul. Quotes are due by April 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This opportunity seeks specific brand name parts to replace existing mechanical seals and bearing isolators on the Central Sea Water Pumps of the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN. The required items include:
- BRAND NAME AESSEAL, INC., MECHANICAL CARTRIDGE
- BRAND NAME AESSEAL, INC., BEARING ISOLATOR
- BRAND NAME AESSEAL INC., BEARING SFK 5317 A/C3
These parts are intended for a Central Sea Water Pump overhaul, with a required delivery date on or before July 27, 2026. DFARS 252.211-7003 (Item Identification and Valuation) is applicable, requiring DoD unique identification. Delivery is FOB Destination.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Contract Type: Implied Firm Fixed Price
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- NAICS Code: 339991
- Product Service Code: 5330 (Packing And Gasket Materials)
- Justification: This is a sole-source procurement justified by proprietary rights held by AESSEAL INC for the required parts (AESSEAL INC/MSAZA70157CTV010400), which only sells direct or via authorized distributors.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: April 27, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Quotes must be emailed to the contracting officer and contract specialist (Haley Rolince and Edward Ruhling) in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) quoter of brand name Aesseal, Inc. parts. Technical evaluation requires quoted parts to meet all solicitation requirements, including specific part numbers and the required delivery date.
- Important Note: Quotes must not include vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may be considered a material defect.
Additional Notes
The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference. Payment will be processed via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). Specific packaging and marking requirements, including MIL-STD-129R(series) and duty-free entry, are outlined.