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USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) Lifeboat/Tender Boat Materials
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The contract pertains to the procurement of lifeboat and tender boat materials for the USNS Comfort (T-AH 20), specifically focusing on critical parts such as sliding doors and related components. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense’s Military Sealift Command in Norfolk, VA, is a combined synopsis and solicitation notice with a response deadline of November 19, 2025. It emphasizes a sole source procurement from Fassmer Service America, the original equipment manufacturer with exclusive licensing rights, justified through a formal Justification and Authorization document. The procurement is not set aside for small businesses and involves detailed contractual clauses, including item unique identification and compliance requirements under FAR and DFARS regulations. The delivery is FOB Destination, with acceptance scheduled by December 5, 2025, at Norfolk, VA. The contract emphasizes the importance of technical capability and price evaluation criteria, with a clear process for quote submission and evaluation. Supporting documents include detailed clauses and regulatory provisions, ensuring compliance with federal acquisition standards, and a formal justification for the sole source acquisition, citing Fassmer’s proprietary rights and exclusive licensing as the basis for bypassing full and open competition. The period of performance for the procurement spans from mid-January to late April 2026, aligning with the repair and replacement needs of the lifeboat systems. The overall procurement aims to ensure the availability of specialized, OEM-approved components critical for the operational readiness and safety of the vessel, with strict adherence to regulatory and contractual standards to facilitate a streamlined and compliant acquisition process.
General Info
Contract Value
$34,995.16Place of Performance
VA, USASet-Aside
Awardee
FASSMER SERVICE AMERICA LLCAward Issued Date
Timeline
Submission Closed
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Full Description
Please see attached Combined Synopsis & Solicitation, Applicable Provisions/Clauses Sheet (CLS), as well as Redacted J&A.
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