USNS KANAWHA_Balanced Fairlead Overhaul Parts

The Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command is seeking replacement parts for balanced fairlead overhaul operations on the USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196), a naval auxiliary oiler. The solicitation encompasses nine line items of stainless steel components including collars, capcrews, lockwashers, nuts, retainers, sheaves, handles, plates, and pins manufactured to AISI 316 specifications with quantities ranging from 8 to 16 units per item. All items are designated as firm fixed price contracts, and offerors must submit quotes in Adobe or Microsoft Office format via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist. The government will award to the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter based on cost and technical acceptability. Quotes are due by March 6, 2026 at 3:00 PM, with delivery required on or before June 1, 2026 to the MSC Warehouse at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business Set Aside, restricting competition to certified small business concerns. No incumbent contractor is identified in the solicitation documents, and specific budget or award value information is not provided in the notice. The contract requires delivery of the nine line items totaling approximately 100 units of stainless steel parts to Norfolk, Virginia, with inspection and acceptance occurring at both the contractor's facility and the Navy's receiving location. Special packaging requirements include MIL-STD 129R markings, segregation by vessel, and 48-hour advance notification to the MSC N48 Transportation Team prior to delivery. The performance period extends from the contract award through June 1, 2026, with the place of performance identified as Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia.