USNS YUMA (T-EPF-8) Vacuum Sewage Plant

The Department of the Navy Military Sealift Command seeks 13 Zodiac Vacuum Interface Units (Part Number 6542601) manufactured by EVAC North America Inc. for the USNS YUMA (T-EPF-8) vacuum sewage plant, with offers due August 28, 2026. This is a sole-source procurement justified under COMSCINST 4790.3 (brand name justification) on the basis that only the EVAC North America ZODIAC VACUUM INTERFACE UNH make and model will satisfy the Government's fleet configuration baseline needs for the USNS Yuma and all other EPF vessels; the contracting officer has determined only one source is reasonably available.

Place of performance is Norfolk, Virginia. The procurement is structured as a Request for Quote with firm fixed pricing and is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses. Delivery is required by March 1, 2027, FOB Destination to MSC Warehouse at Naval Base Norfolk, Virginia (DoDAAC N32205). The Zodiac Vacuum Interface Unit has been designated as critical ship equipment per COMSCINST 4490.1 and SMS Procedure 10.6-002-ALL. NAICS code 333310 applies (Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing); PSC code 4940 (Miscellaneous Maintenance and Repair Shop Specialized Equipment).

Quotes must include unit prices inclusive of packing, shipping, and Item Unique Identification (IUID) requirements, with technical submissions confirming part number accuracy and delivery capability. The contract incorporates FAR and DFARS clauses including IUID, Wide Area WorkFlow payment submissions, duty-free entry processing, and packaging and marking per MIL-STD 129R. Inspection and acceptance occur at both origin and destination. Payment is made via electronic funds transfer through WAWF. Nicholas Wheeler (Port Engineer) is the Government's point of contact.