USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS (T-AKE 11) Brand Name NIBCO Isolation Valves

The Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command is seeking to procure 4 specific NIBCO butterfly valves (part number NLD2000520) for the USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS (T-AKE 11), a naval vessel requiring replacement of salt water cooling system valves. The solicitation (N3220525Q2328) is for a firm-fixed price purchase order with delivery to San Diego, California by September 30, 2025. Vendors must submit comprehensive quotes including pricing, technical specifications, delivery timeline, and product origin details by April 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT via email to Benjamin Brackett. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest-priced technically acceptable quoter, with evaluation based on compliance with technical requirements and federal acquisition regulations. Quotes must address specific requirements including provisions related to telecommunications equipment and commercial products.

The solicitation is not set aside for small businesses and falls under the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 332911 for Industrial Valve Manufacturing. The procurement is a single-source acquisition specifically for NIBCO valves, justified by the proprietary nature of the valve drawings and the critical need for direct replacement parts compatible with existing ship equipment configurations. These sea valves are uniquely developed for T-AKE class vessels, with only approved technical representatives authorized to provide parts. The valves are essential for the salt water cooling system, which provides cooling to critical engineering systems, and any deviation could risk vessel performance and violate maritime regulations. The total quantity is 4 units of the LF 20 DI 200# AB EPDM LUG BUTTERFLY VALVE, to be delivered FOB Destination in San Diego, California, with a required delivery date of September 30, 2025.