Sources Sought for Caisson Receptacles, JBPHH, HI

The Government intends to procure, under only one responsible source, where no other suppliers or services will satisfy the agency requirements. The Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command, Hawaii (NAVFAC Hawaii) is conducting market research to determine if other potential products/services can provide a low voltage ship-to-shore receptacle and connector system with performance capabilities equal to that of the Crouse Hinds Male Caisson weatherdeck receptacles, mating plugs and mating connectors, manufactured by Eaton, 1000 Eaton Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44122. The alternate product/service must meet the following requirements/specifications:

Provide a rugged, high-reliability low voltage receptacle and connector system designed for ship-to-shore power applications in caisson and waterfront environments, with the following capabilities:

• Voltage and Current Rating – Rated for use in low voltage (480V) class systems, with a continuous current rating of 400A. Must be capable of handling marine and naval electrical loads under normal and emergency conditions. Suitable for ship-to-shore power transfer needs.
• Environmental Sealing – Spring-door cover design and corrosion-resistant construction suitable for outdoor marine environments. Fully sealed and weatherproof (minimum IP67 or equivalent), suitable for outdoor marine environments including exposure to salt spray, humidity, and temperature extremes.
• Safety Features – Includes locking mechanism to prevent mating under load, high-dielectric strength insulation, and grounded contact design.
• Mechanical Design – Heavy-duty construction with impact-resistant housing, watertight fittings, corrosion-resistant metal components, and secure coupling/locking mechanism. Must support frequent connection/disconnection cycles.
•  Cable Termination – Accepts flexible, marine-grade conductors with secure sealing at entry points.
• Certifications and Standards – UL 1682 listed, UL 514 compliant, and meets NEC/CEC requirements for industrial pin-and-sleeve connectors. Complies with applicable marine, electrical, and safety standards, including IEEE Std 45, IEEE 80005-1, or equivalent marine certifications.

This notification is for market research purposes only and should not be construed as a commitment of any kind by the U.S. Government to issue a solicitation, request for proposals, quotes, or invitation of bids or award a contract.

Interested parties with a comparable product meeting the requirements described in this announcement are invited to submit complete technical data, information and specifications in order for the Government to conduct an evaluation of your product to ensure compatibility with the existing system.  Technical response shall be typed, at least 11 point Times New Roman or larger, single-sided 8.5 by 11 inch pages and submitted in Adobe PDF format.  Also, provide company information and point of contract (name, title, email, phone, mailing address).

The Government will not reimburse any responder for any costs associated with information submitted in response to this sources sought announcement.

Any information provided to the Government in response to this request for information (RFI) will become U.S. Government property and will not be returned.  All proprietary or classified information will be treated appropriately.  The Government reserves the right to disregard any submittal that is incomplete or vague. Please do not submit your company brochure.

Interested parties shall submit information and specifications to Ms. Jamie Inouye, Contracting Officer via email at jamie.m.inouye.civ@us.navy.mil. Interested parties responding to this announcement by 7 July 2025 at 2:00 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time will be considered.