T-AO 207 SEAL, STERN TUBE AIRGUARD Parts Buy

The Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command has issued a Sources Sought Notice seeking Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) rudder, stern tube, and propulsion parts for T-AO 187 Class Vessels, specifically for the USNS LARAMIE-26 (T-AO 203). The procurement encompasses 20 line items totaling 444 parts including stern tube seal repair kits, hex head bolts, lock washers, and various rings and gaskets. Vendors must be either the original equipment manufacturer, OEM-certified parts providers, or MSC-approved non-OEM equivalent vendors to qualify for consideration. Interested businesses must submit capability statements by 3:00 PM EST on August 27, 2025, detailing their company profile, small business status, ability to provide the required parts, contact information, available contract vehicles, and qualification status. This market research initiative will inform a future firm-fixed-price contract solicitation and falls under NAICS code 333618 (Other Engine Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,500 employees.

This opportunity does not utilize any set-aside designations and no current contractors or incumbents are identified in the notice. The procurement involves a substantial quantity of 444 total parts distributed across 20 distinct line items, with delivery anticipated by February 13, 2026, to either Norfolk, Virginia, or San Diego, California. The Sources Sought Notice does not specify any award values or budget ranges, as this is purely a market research tool to identify potential sources. Respondents should note that participation in this market research will not result in compensation and does not guarantee future contracting opportunities. The timeline is compressed, with only seven days from posting date to the capability statement submission deadline. The procurement is categorized under PSC code 2010 for Ship and Boat Propulsion Components, reflecting the specialized marine engineering nature of the required parts.