Mercury Engines/Gear Housing Assemblies/Parts

The Department of Defense, through the 410th Contracting Support Brigade / Regional Contracting Office in Miami, Florida, is procuring Mercury 300HP SEAPRO engines, gear housing assemblies, and related components under a firm fixed price contract to support the operational readiness of Caribbean Partner Nation vessels under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative. This sole-source acquisition, justified under FAR Part 12 and specifically FAR 12.102(a), is necessary due to the proprietary design and warranty requirements exclusive to Mercury products, with no alternative suppliers capable of providing equivalent technical support or authorized parts. The work involves overhauling these marine propulsion systems to address degradation caused by saltwater exposure and high-stress maritime operations, directly enhancing the durability, safety, and mission effectiveness of vessels used in law enforcement, counter-narcotics, search and rescue, and maritime security missions. Deliverables include standard, X-long, and counter-rotation variants of gear housings along with associated rigging components such as control harnesses, battery cables, and fuel systems, all to be delivered to the designated place of performance in Miami, Florida, 33172. Funding is sourced from the Operations & Maintenance, Army (OMA) appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026, though the total contract value is not specified due to the absence of unit or extended pricing data in the documentation. While no formal evaluation factors, inspection criteria, packaging requirements, or payment details are provided, the government retains full authority for inspection and acceptance, with technical oversight managed by the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative Technical Assistance Field Team. The solicitation was posted on SAM.gov on July 1, 2026, with responses due by July 15, 2026. No set-aside provisions apply, and no socioeconomic or small business certifications are relevant, as the procurement is restricted to Mercury or its authorized distributors solely to maintain warranty integrity and ensure compliance with operational performance standards. No specific delivery schedule, FOB terms, invoicing method, or contract administration contacts beyond the secondary point of contact are included. The acquisition relies entirely on the commercial nature of the items and the mandatory exclusivity of support, with no competitive bidding permitted under the established justification.