Sole source, OEM valve automation & controls MOV service

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) is soliciting competitive offers for comprehensive Motor Operated Valve (MOV) grooming and inspection services through Request for Quote N0040626QS149. This sole source procurement requires the contractor to perform complete grooming, inspection, and maintenance of all Motor Operated Valves with actuators aboard the USNS Richard E Byrd (T-AKE 4), including operational testing, calibration, network master controller grooming, torque verification, and delivery of a detailed report with recommendations. The contractor must possess OEM Valve Automation & Controls expertise and provide all necessary specialized tools and equipment, adhere strictly to high voltage electrical system protocols and lockout/tagout safety procedures, and furnish training and troubleshooting support to ship's force personnel. The Navy will evaluate proposals based on a firm fixed-price structure with acceptance and inspection conducted by N62387, and payment processing through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The original response deadline of March 9, 2026 was extended via Amendment 01 to March 23, 2026 at 10:00 AM PST, with contractor acknowledgment of the amendment required prior to submission.

This procurement is designated as a sole source requirement set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB), though no current contractor or incumbent is identified in the solicitation documents. The work is scheduled for execution from April 10, 2026 through April 20, 2026, representing a compressed ten-day performance window for all services aboard the vessel. The place of performance is FPO AP 96661, requiring the contractor to coordinate directly with the Chief Engineer and ship's force at that location. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with PSC category J999 (Non-Nuclear Ship Repair West), and while no specific budget range is disclosed, the firm fixed-price contract structure places all cost responsibility and performance risk on the selected contractor. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Contracting Officer Zoe Sarto at zoe.m.sarto.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-230-2698.