Brand name OEM aesseal seals

The Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring 6 AESSEAL Seal 2 3/4 CURC CR/SIC/VIT BUF units (Part Number: AZT0937020612057P005) specifically for the Central Seawater Cooling Pump Assembly onboard the USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6). This procurement is structured as a brand name requirement for OEM AESSEAL seals or their authorized distributors, with authorized distributors required to submit documentation proving their authorization from the original equipment manufacturer. The government has justified this sole source approach because MSC lacks the manufacturing and technical information necessary to evaluate non-OEM service and replacement parts. The evaluation criteria will assess technical capabilities, price, past performance, and delivery date considerations. All offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and comply with federal contracting requirements including small business provisions and item unique identification standards. Proposals are due by September 3, 2025.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 339991 for Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing. AESSEAL is identified as the original equipment manufacturer for these specialized seals, with no alternative sources available due to the proprietary nature of the equipment. The contract will be awarded as a firm, fixed-price arrangement for the total quantity of 6 units. The required delivery date is September 18, 2025, with delivery to the Military Sealift Command BATS facility in San Diego. Performance will occur within the United States, specifically supporting the overhaul and replenishment of stock shortages for existing APL ID: X231912ANFP. While specific award values are not disclosed in the available documentation, the procurement represents critical repair parts needed to maintain operational readiness of naval vessel systems.