Intent to sole source - OEM eaton - replacement buckets

The Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound is preparing to solicit a firm fixed-price supply contract for OEM replacement buckets manufactured by Eaton, specifically supporting the Military Sealift Command (MSC). This sole-source procurement will be conducted using Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 12 and 13 procedures, with the solicitation anticipated to be posted on SAM.gov on January 31, 2025, and closing on February 6, 2025. Prospective offerors must be registered in the System for Awards Management (SAM) to be eligible for award and are responsible for downloading solicitation documents directly from the website. All questions regarding the solicitation must be submitted via email to Crista Carrier, and no telephone or fax requests will be accepted. The government retains sole discretion to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement based on responses received.

The contract opportunity does not have a specific set-aside designation and is classified under NAICS Category 335314 for Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing, with a Product Service Code (PSC) of 5945 for Relays and Solenoids. While specific award values were not disclosed in the pre-solicitation notice, the procurement is focused on obtaining brand-specific replacement parts for military logistics operations. Interested vendors must demonstrate capability to provide the exact OEM Eaton replacement buckets and comply with all solicitation requirements. The sole-source nature of the procurement suggests a specialized or critical component that cannot be easily substituted with alternative manufacturers. Potential offerors should carefully review the full solicitation when it becomes available and ensure complete compliance with all registration and submission guidelines to be considered for the contract.