Kettle, steam jacket

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Subsistence is seeking quotes for one steam jacket kettle under NSN 7310015880876 for delivery to the USS MIGUEL KEITH (ESB-5). This Request for Quote (RFQ) requires delivery within five days after date of order and specifies an approved source as 07695 KLT-20E. The procurement falls under NAICS code 333310 for Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing and PSC category 73 for Food Preparation/Serving Equipment. The solicitation will be available through an electronic link, with no hard copies, specifications, plans, or drawings provided. All responsible sources may submit quotes, but submissions must be made electronically by the August 1, 2025 deadline.

This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside, restricting competition to qualified small business enterprises. The procurement involves a single unit quantity with delivery required to the USS MIGUEL KEITH (ESB-5), which appears to be a naval vessel based on the ESB-5 designation. The approved source reference 07695 KLT-20E suggests there may be specific technical requirements or an incumbent supplier, though no award values or budget ranges are disclosed in the notice. The tight timeline of only four days from posting to submission deadline indicates an urgent operational requirement. Performance will involve manufacturing or supplying commercial food preparation equipment suitable for naval operations.