Chevron Delo 400 15w40 Lube Oil 55 gallon drum.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is soliciting quotes for 12 drums of Chevron Delo 400 15w40 Lube Oil in 55-gallon drums for the NOAA Ship Oscar Dyson, located in Kodiak, Alaska. The procurement is specifically for generator lubrication oil that meets precise technical specifications, including SAE 15W-40 viscosity with MIL-L-2104 specification and various service category requirements. The Request for Quote (RFQ) number is 1333MK25Q0034, with quotes due by December 27, 2024, at 11:00 AM EST. The contract will be awarded on a best value basis, considering vendor capability, availability, and price. Evaluation will prioritize vendors who can demonstrate compliance with detailed material specifications and provide necessary documentation.

This solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 324191 with a size standard of 900 employees. The contract period of performance is December 20-31, 2024, with a required delivery date of December 31, 2024, to the Oscar Dyson Pier in Kodiak, AK. The procurement is being handled through the Department of Commerce's Acquisition and Grants Office (AGO) and will be structured as a firm-fixed price contract. A single-source justification has been prepared, emphasizing the specific requirement for Chevron Delo 400 SDE oil, which is approved by Caterpillar for use in the vessel's generators. Payment for the contract will be processed electronically through the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform System, with the total contract value determined by the quoted price for the 12 drums of lubricating oil.