Usns patuxent (T-AO 201) brake shaft tube

The Military Sealift Command is seeking quotes for four 51VC1600 butt end tubes (part #43-513565) for the USNS PATUXENT (T-AO 201), a naval vessel requiring critical safety components for its propeller system. This solicitation (N3220525Q2177) is exclusively restricted to two authorized vendors: The Rowland Co and Palmer Johnson, who are the sole distributors for Danfoss Power Solutions (formerly Eaton Corporation). The procurement is specifically for main engine shaft brake overhaul parts that are considered essential for ship and crew safety. The evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter based on technical capability and price. Quotes are due by February 13, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, with an email submission requirement to Nancy Bowers, and the government seeks delivery of the parts by July 27, 2025.

The solicitation is not set aside for small businesses and falls under NAICS code 336350 for Motor Vehicle Transmission and Power Train Parts Manufacturing. The place of performance is Fleet, VA 23511, with FOB Destination delivery to the MSC W143 Warehouse in Norfolk, VA. While a specific award value is not disclosed, the procurement is under the simplified acquisition threshold. The quantity is precisely four butt end tubes, which are critical components for the ship's controllable pitch propeller system. The procurement includes specific packaging requirements adhering to DOD standards, mandating duty-free entry into the US and wood packaging that meets international phytosanitary measures standards. Shipping costs must be integrated within the CLIN pricing and cannot be submitted as a separate line item. The parts are required to meet specific SMS procedure 10.6-002-01-AO requirements for critical ship equipment.