Rudder Shaft Seal Service Kits "A" & "B"

The U.S. Coast Guard Surface Forces Logistics Center is seeking to procure Rudder Shaft Seal Service Kits "A" and "B" for 154' Waterways Patrol Craft (WPC) vessels through a sole-source procurement from Defense Maritime Solutions, Inc. The solicitation (RFQ 70Z08025Q16006B00) is for specialized OEM rudder and propulsion shaft seal service kits that are critical for vessel safety and mission capability. Market research confirmed these parts are exclusively available from the manufacturer, with no alternative suppliers identified. The evaluation will be based on price and past performance, with quotes due by April 29, 2025, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time. Potential bidders must submit electronic quotes to Dana.D.Solomon@uscg.mil and comply with strict quality assurance, preservation, packaging, and marking requirements detailed in the solicitation documents.

The procurement is not set aside for small businesses and falls under NAICS category 339991 for Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing. The contract includes 12 units of CLIN 0001 and 23 units of CLIN 0002, with a required delivery schedule of 120 calendar days after contract award. While the exact contract value is not specified, the initial Schedule of Supplies shows placeholder pricing of $0.00, suggesting a cost-to-be-determined approach. Delivery will be to the U.S. Coast Guard Surface Forces Logistics Center in Baltimore, MD, with vendors required to follow MIL-STD-2073 preservation standards and use specific packaging that prevents rust and corrosion for up to two years. The government reserves the right to evaluate and accept quotes based on suitability, with a focus on obtaining genuine OEM parts that meet strict technical specifications.