Sole source duramax LLC - stave bearing

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is procuring repair services for propulsion shaft waterborne bearings, specifically stave bearings used in marine applications. The solicitation is being conducted as a sole source procurement with DURAMAX LLC and their authorized distributors under FAR 6.302-1, utilizing commercial and simplified acquisition procedures. The contract covers four line items of stave bearings with varying dimensions including 10 x 1/16" oversized THK bearings and 9 x 1/16" oversized bearings, all formulated with nitrite rubber and requiring specific hardness and glass-smooth finish specifications for waterborne use. This is structured as a firm-fixed price supply contract with a required delivery timeline of 30 days after receipt of order. The solicitation was posted on September 11, 2025, with quotes due by September 16, 2025, and interested parties must submit responses to the contracting officer's email while monitoring Beta.Sam.Gov for any amendments.

This procurement does not utilize any set-aside designations and specifically identifies DURAMAX MARINE LLC as the original equipment manufacturer and sole source provider for these specialized marine bearings. While specific award values are not disclosed in the notice, the contract involves multiple line items of precision-engineered stave bearings with exacting technical specifications for naval vessel applications. The delivery destination is the Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center in Yokosuka, Japan, with a firm delivery date of January 12, 2026. Inspection and acceptance will be performed at the destination facility, and offerors must maintain active registration in the System for Award Management to be eligible for award consideration.