Balanced Fairlead Overhaul_Brand Name_USNS KANAWHA

The solicitation N3220526Q7150 seeks brand-name Timken 50116-F Balanced Fairlead overhaul kits for the USNS KANAWHA under a sole-source procurement justified by exclusive licensing agreements and restrictive rights held by The Timken Corporation, with no viable alternatives due to proprietary technology and compatibility requirements. The acquisition is classified as other than full and open competition under FAR 6.302-1 and FAR 6.302-2, driven by mission-critical operational urgency linked to CASREP Number 2025009 and the necessity to maintain fleet-wide standardization per COMSCINST 4790.3 and related naval directives. The period of performance is set from August 5 to November 19, 2026, with performance and final acceptance occurring in Norfolk, Virginia, where the vessel is based, and all components must be direct OEM replacements to ensure seamless integration with existing shipboard systems. No competitive bidding is permitted, and the contract is not subject to any socioeconomic set-asides; proposal submission is required by May 7, 2026, through the government procurement portal, with the only required supporting documentation being the Other Than Full and Open Competition Memo. While the estimated contract value is not disclosed, the procurement falls under simplified acquisition procedures, and all packaging, preservation, marking, inspection, and invoicing details are unspecified, placing full responsibility on the contractor to meet OEM specifications and government requirements for compatibility and readiness. The point of contact for inquiries is Susan Bryant of the Department of Defense’s Naval Supply Systems Command in Norfolk, and no formal contract clauses, payment details, accounting codes, or COR/COTR information are provided in the documentation.