PROHEAT 35 (SOLE SOURCE)
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound is issuing a Sole Source Solicitation for PROHEAT 35 welding equipment and associated components (Miller Electric PNs) for the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard in Bremerton, WA. This procurement is justified as sole source due to the proprietary nature of the parts and the need for compatibility with existing Miller Induction Machines. While designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, competition is restricted to the original manufacturer, Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, or its authorized distributors. Quotes are due by June 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for direct replacement parts for an existing Miller Induction Machine used for stress relief or heating evolutions. Key items include:
- PROHEAT 35, 460-575 Volt (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 907689)
- PACKAGE, INDUCTION COOLER W/COOLANT (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 951686)
- RUNNING GEAR, PROHEAT 35 (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 195436)
- 50 FOOT OUTPUT CABLE, LIQUID COOLED, PROHEAT (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 195403)
- LIQUID COOLED HEATING CABLE, 50 FOOT, PROHEAT (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 300046)
- CABLE, EXTENSION, 25' TYPE K, ARMORED (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 200201)
- TEMPERATURE SENSOR (MFR: MILLER ELECTRIC PN 200202) The items are critical for upcoming Shafting Carrier Overhauls to prevent work stoppage.
Contract Details
- Type: Sole Source Solicitation for commercial products.
- Estimated Cost: $15,000 - $350,000.
- Payment: Via WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow).
- Inspection: QA 4 - 7 days inspection at destination.
- FOB: Destination.
- Place of Performance: Bremerton, WA 98314.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: June 5, 2026, 10:00 AM PST.
- Submission Method: Email to TRICIA.WINTERSTEEN@DLA.MIL.
- Required for Bid: Completed and signed solicitation, Manufacturer, Country of Origin, Lead Time for Delivery (FOB destination).
- Evaluation: While a sole source, evaluation will consider Technical Acceptability, Price, and Past Performance. Technical and Past Performance, when combined, are approximately equal to cost or price. Best value for the Government may be determined considering price and lead times.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- This is a Sole Source procurement justified under FAR 13.106-1(b).
- Competition is restricted to the original manufacturer (Miller Electric Mfg. LLC) or its authorized distributors.
- The acquisition is designated as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- NAICS Code: 333992, Size Standard: 1250 Employees.
Additional Notes
- Offerors must complete all relevant representations and certifications.
- Contractors may be required to implement NIST SP 800-171 (DFARS 252.204-7019) unless items are Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS). COTS items must be identified to the contracting officer.
- Requirements include Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) for shipping documentation and Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) for base access.
- Various FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated.