USNS GRASP Hawser Reels
Overview
Buyer
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Set Aside
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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 Department of the Navy (MSCHQ NORFOLK) is soliciting proposals for USNS GRASP Hawser Reels. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the procurement of two Horizontal Hawser Reels. The contract will be a Firm Fixed Price arrangement. Offers are due by April 8, 2026, at 10:00 AM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the procurement of two (2) Horizontal Hawser Reels, specifically "Hawser Reel, Deck Mounted ASTM A36 Steel Construction, Manually Operated Reel, Type B". Key specifications include:
- Material: ASTM A36 Steel Construction.
- Operation: Manually Operated, Type B.
- Dimensions: 6" Diameter Drum x 38" Flange Diameter x 39" Traverse.
- Standards: Built in general accordance with NAVSEA S2604-921841 Rev. B.
- Coating: Coated per NAVSEA 803-6397278, Four Coat System.
- Identification: Contractor must provide DoD unique identification as per DFARS 252.211-7003.
Contract Details
- Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.
- Delivery: On or before July 15, 2026.
- FOB: Destination.
- Payment: Will be made via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date/Time: April 8, 2026, 10:00 AM (Local Time).
- Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist.
- Evaluation Factors: Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable quoter.
- Technical Evaluation: Quoted parts must meet all solicitation requirements, including part number, delivery dates, and terms and conditions. The quote must explicitly state that all technical requirements can be met.
- Price Evaluation: Quoted pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness.
- Important Note: Offerors must not include standard commercial terms and conditions, as this may lead to rejection.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (100%).
- NAICS Code: 332999 (Marine Hardware And Hull Items).
- Size Standard: 750 employees.
Additional Notes
To receive the necessary drawings for this opportunity, interested offerors must return a technical Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This NDA outlines terms for the protection and proper use of Government technical data, requiring a corporate principal for compliance, restrictions on dissemination, and requirements for flow-down NDAs to subcontractors. Failure to comply with NDA terms could result in penalties or disqualification. The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5 by reference, with addenda.