Brand name OEM fairbanks morse defense, LLC. (pima valve), ballast tank gate valve

NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound, operating on behalf of the Military Sealift Command, is seeking to procure a brand name gate valve manufactured specifically by Fairbanks Morse Defense, LLC (PIMA VALVE). The solicitation is for a D1025A-RF 12-inch valve with a 79-inch spool stem extension and motor pad, identified by part number 8040.03, which is a direct replacement for a damaged existing valve. This procurement will result in a firm-fixed price supply contract, with proposals due by January 23, 2025, at 2:00 PM PST. Potential offerors must submit any questions to Kelly Muldoon via email by January 22, 2025. The solicitation emphasizes that only the original equipment manufacturer's components are acceptable, as alternatives would void existing warranties and are not compatible with the current system.

The contract is designated as a 100% small business set-aside within the Industrial Valve Manufacturing NAICS category. Delivery is required to the Military Sealift Command Surface Support Unit (MSC SSU BATS) located in San Diego, California, with a delivery deadline of December 15, 2025. The valve procurement is specifically for a replacement part for a ballast tank system, originally manufactured by Newmans Valve, LLC. While specific award value is not disclosed, the solicitation includes unique item identification requirements for items valued over $5,000. The contract will support naval maritime operations and requires a precise, specialized valve that meets exact technical specifications for marine equipment. Potential contractors must be able to provide the exact OEM component with full proprietary rights and engineering specifications.