Volvo Penta Aquatmatic Drives

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products or services, issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) under solicitation number 140P6426Q0017. The National Park Service is seeking two (2) Volvo Penta Aquamatic Outdrives for Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. This is a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Quantity: 2 Volvo Penta Aquamatic Outdrives (MFG Part # 23548865).

• Specifications for the outdrives are attached.

• Delivery is required within 90 calendar days after receipt of award.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: 90 calendar days after receipt of award.

• Estimated Award Date: On or around March 2026.

• Quotes are due by 12:00 PM ET on March 17, 2026, and must be submitted via email to jarrod_brown@nps.gov.

• Questions regarding the solicitation will be accepted until 12:00 PM ET on March 4, 2026.

• The Government will award the contract to the responsible offeror whose offer is most advantageous, considering price and other factors.

• Evaluation Factor: Price.

• This requirement is set-aside for Total Small Businesses.

• NAICS Code: 333618.

• Small Business Size Standard: 1,500 employees.

• Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and meet the small business size standard.

• The solicitation incorporates provisions and clauses effective through Federal Acquisition Circular 2025-06.

• Offerors must include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3 (Offeror Representations and Certifications).

• Offerors must include completed provisions 52.204-24 and 52.204-26.

• Attachments include Specifications and Brand Name Justification.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Justification for Brand Name Products" which provides the rationale for limiting competition to specific brand name products for an upcoming solicitation.

• Action: Solicitation for two (2) Volvo Penta Aquamatic Drives, MFG Part # 23548865.
• Reason for Brand Name: These drives are unique and the only available product compatible with the Munson Landing Craft Vessel's current Volvo Penta D6-310 engine without modifications to the mount or transom.
• Authority Cited: 41 U.S.C. 253(c)(1) and FAR Part 11.105, FAR 6.302-1.
• Market Research: Confirms that other outdrives are not compatible without significant modifications, which could create safety hazards or engine damage.
• Competition Efforts: Solicitation will be issued on SAM.gov for acquisitions over $25,000. A presolicitation notice will be posted unless an exception applies.
• Interested Sources: Mobile Marine Service, East Jordan, MI; Marine Parts Source, Sun Prairie, WI.
• Cost Determination: Quotes will be assessed for fairness and reasonableness through competition and comparison of market prices.

This justification indicates that the upcoming solicitation will likely be restricted to specific Volvo Penta Aquamatic Drives (MFG Part # 23548865) due to unique compatibility requirements with the existing vessel engine. Bidders should note that alternative products may not be acceptable without extensive modifications.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides the specifications for the purchase of two Volvo Penta Aquamatic Duoprop Outdrives for a Landing Craft Vessel.

• Quantity: Two units (one for portside, one for starboard side).
• Manufacturer: Volvo Penta.
• Part Numbers: Original: 22079439; Updated: 23548865.
• Outdrive Specifications:
  • Ratio: 1:76
  • Drive Style: DPH-A
  • Features: Duo prop shaft, stern drive, integrated exhaust system with bellows.
  • Mounting: Must be compatible with existing Volvo D6-310 engine, with specified dimensions for mounting.
• Drive System: Must connect to Volvo Penta D6-310 engine without modification to the mount or transom.

This document details the specific technical requirements for the outdrives. Bidders must ensure their proposed product meets or exceeds these specifications, including part numbers, ratios, drive style, and compatibility with the existing engine and vessel structure. The delivery requirements and location are also critical for logistical planning.