USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) Fassmer Tender Boat Material

The Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command is conducting a sole-source procurement for marine parts and equipment specifically for the USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) tender boat operations. The solicitation seeks 28 distinct line items including marine components such as wipers, belts, fuel hoses, valves, navigation equipment, chart plotters, AIS transceivers, GPS sensors, radar systems, and electronic marine systems from Fassmer Service America. These replacement parts are critical for maintaining proper functionality of chlorinators and other essential equipment that supports drinkable water systems for crew, hospital staff, and patients aboard the T-AH Class vessels. The government will evaluate quotes based on technical capability and price, with the intent to award a firm-fixed price purchase order. Quote submissions are due by June 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM EDT via email to Ben Brackett, with delivery and acceptance scheduled for September 12, 2025.

This procurement is not designated as a set-aside for small businesses and operates under NAICS code 336612 for Boat Building. Fassmer Service America has been identified as the sole source vendor due to exclusive licensing agreements, critical ship equipment needs, and standardization requirements that ensure proper fit, quality, and reliability of the specialized marine components. The total quantities range from 2 to 88 units per line item across the 28 different parts being procured, with specific Fassmer part numbers identified for each component. Performance will occur in the United States, with delivery to the N32205 MSC W143 Warehouse in Norfolk, Virginia. The procurement falls under the simplified acquisition threshold and includes comprehensive packaging requirements per military standards, duty-free entry procedures, and specific marking instructions for international shipping compliance.