USS HERSHEL WOODY WILLIAMS MDE COUPLING
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 (MSC) Norfolk, has issued a Small Business Set-Aside Solicitation (N3220526Q7060) for the procurement of Main Diesel Engine (MDE) Couplings for the USS HERSHEL WOODY WILLIAMS and other vessels. Specifically, this is for CENTAX-G SPARE PART KIT SIZE 286 TYPE and DIN EN 10204/3.2. Quotes are due by February 17, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks to acquire four (4) each of "SUPPLY CENTAX-G SPARE PART KIT SIZE 286 TYPE" and four (4) each of "DIN EN 10204/3.2". These items are identified as 10-year replacement parts for the main diesel engines on the USS HERSHEL WOODY WILLIAMS, USS MIGUEL KEITH, USS JOHN L CANLEY, USS LEWIS B PULLER, and USS ROBERT E SIMANEK. The specific coupling required is the CX-286-GFS1-250-60-1240, a CENTA BRAND NAME product from Regal Rexnord. The requirement for this specific brand is justified by proprietary data, standardization initiatives by MSC, and the need for direct replacement parts compatible in form, fit, and function with existing equipment. DFARS 252.211-7003, "Item Identification and Valuation," applies to the CENTAX-G spare part kit.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Products and Commercial Services (implied Firm Fixed Price).
- Set-Aside: Small Business.
- Response Due: February 17, 2026, 10:00 AM EST.
- Published Date: February 6, 2026.
- Required Delivery: June 1, 2026, FOB Destination to MSC WAREHOUSE, 1968 GILBERT STREET, NAVAL BASE BLDG W143 DW 10, NORFOLK, VA 23511-2313.
- Payment: Electronic funds transfer via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors (quoters) must submit a comprehensive quote via email to the contracting officer, Colin Edick (colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil). Submissions must be in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Required submission elements include:
- Price quote detailing item, unit price (with shipping), extended price, and total Firm Fixed Price.
- Any discount terms.
- Estimated time of delivery.
- Technical submission including part number and title for each item to verify match with requirements.
- Principal place of performance and country of product origin.
The Government will issue a purchase order to the responsible quoter whose quote is most advantageous, considering price reasonableness and technical compliance. Technical evaluation will ensure quoted parts meet all solicitation requirements, including delivery dates and part numbers. Quotes must not contain the vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection. The Government may negotiate with quoters.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Colin Edick
- Email: colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil
- Phone: 5642261232