Hydraulic Test Stand for the USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40)

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego plans to award a sole source contract to Barbee Valve and Supply Inc., located in Reno, Nevada, for the procurement of a hydraulic test stand for the USS FRANK CABLE (AS-40). This contract will be awarded without competition under FAR 6.302-1(b)(1)(i), as only Barbee Valve and Supply has been identified as the sole responsible source capable of meeting the agency's requirements. The notice clarifies that this is not a solicitation for competitive quotes or proposals, and no request for quotation will be issued. However, interested parties may express their interest and submit capability information by 10:00 AM PDT on May 23, 2023, for consideration on whether a competitive procurement should be pursued, though the government retains full discretion on the decision to compete or not. The contract, corresponding to solicitation number N0024423Q0153, falls under NAICS code 333310, which covers manufacturing of rolling mill machinery and other metalworking machinery. The work is overseen by the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center San Diego office within the Department of Defense. All responses to the notice must be sent via email to the designated point of contact. It is also noted that there will be no reimbursement for any costs incurred by contractors in responding to this notice. The intended contract supports maintaining operational readiness for the USS FRANK CABLE through specialized equipment acquisition.