USNS LUCY STONE Stern Tube Seal Parts

The Military Sealift Command (MSC), a component of the Department of the Navy, is seeking quotations for stern tube seal system parts in support of the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209), a naval supply ship. The procurement encompasses four line items of specialized stern tube components manufactured by Simplex Americas, LLC, including AFT Chrome Split seals, FWD Liner/Cast Iron Split seals, and corresponding seal systems for both AFT and FWD positions. Key contract requirements include firm fixed-price quotations, delivery by January 1, 2027, compliance with DFARS 252.211-7003 DoD unique item identification standards with data matrix markings, packaging and marking per MIL-STD 129R, and heightened quality assurance surveillance as these items are designated as ship critical safety items. Quotations are due by April 21, 2026 at 1:00 PM Eastern Time, with evaluation to be conducted on a competitive basis. The contracting activity is MSC Norfolk, with Robert Vance serving as the primary point of contact at 562-267-5563.

This solicitation carries no set-aside designation, though it is designated for Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB). The parts required are proprietary to Simplex Americas, the original equipment manufacturer, though the solicitation is being issued as an unrestricted Request for Quote. Each of the four line items requires a quantity of two units, with specific part numbers provided: BV-180392, BV-104325, BV-930000, and BV-940000. Delivery is mandated to MSC Warehouse at Naval Base Norfolk (Building W143 DW 10) by January 1, 2027, with 48-hour advance notification required for shipments. The procurement is categorized under NAICS 339991 (Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing) and PSC 5330 (Packing and Gasket Materials), reflecting the specialized nature of the stern tube seal components being acquired.