USNS LARAMIE-BERGEN ENGINE PARTS-SOLE SOURCE

Solicitation N3220523Q2207, issued by the Department of Defense through Mschq Norfolk, is a sole source procurement for commercial engine parts required for the USNS Laramie and USNS Humiphey. The contract focuses on obtaining critical components, including bearings, valves, and nozzles, for Main Diesel Engines and Ships Service Diesel Generators, specifically supporting the Bergen SSDG 20K overhaul material for MSC T-AO 189 Class Ships. Due to restrictive proprietary rights and the critical nature of the equipment, only quotes from Bergen Engine, Drs Marlo Coil (Engineered Oil Co), or their authorized dealers will be accepted, and vendors must provide proof of authorization. This firm-fixed-price purchase order falls under NAICS code 333618 and requires a delivery date of January 9, 2024, with performance taking place in Norfolk, Virginia. The procurement is justified as other than full and open competition to ensure standardization and maintain the operational integrity of essential ship equipment. The response deadline for this solicitation was August 14, 2023, with primary points of contact being Nancy Bowers and Christopher Ward.