BRAND NAME PURCHASE OF HTFW COOLER GASKETS FROM MANUFACTURER PAUL MUELLER CO

Solicitation N0040623Q0359, issued by NAVSUP FLC Puget Sound on March 2, 2023, is a request for firm fixed-price quotes for the purchase of brand name HTFW cooler gaskets manufactured by Paul Mueller Co. This procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 339991. The gaskets are critical OEM certified components required for the safe operation of propulsion and fuel systems on MSC T-AKE vessels. Due to proprietary rights and the necessity for exact form, fit, and function to prevent equipment failure, the procurement is justified as a sole source from the original equipment manufacturer. Offerors must submit their quotes by March 9, 2023, and are required to complete specific pages of the solicitation. While the government prefers the Paul Mueller brand, those quoting equal products must provide a salient description sheet for each item to be considered acceptable. The contract will be a single award based on price, provided past performance is satisfactory. Invoicing for the completed delivery, which has a required date of April 3, 2023, must be processed through the Wide Area Workflow system.