USNS GRUMMAN (T-AO 195) CTW Controllers

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the contract to update the part description for a "Constant Tension Winch Controller; Drive With 75 HP Controller; SPX9000". The original description included "Extended I/O Card Options are required: A5, B2, and B5." The updated description specifies "Eaton Corporation p/n SPX075A2-4A1B1" and removes the requirement for additional option cards.

• Item 14, Description of Amendment/Modification
• CLIN 0001, Description

This amendment does not appear to impact proposal deadlines or submission requirements, as it modifies an existing contract/order. It clarifies the specific part number and removes optional card requirements for the procured item.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N3220526Q0022 dated 27 Feb 2026.

• Item 14: Description of Amendment/Modification
  • The description for CLIN 0001 has been updated.
• Vendor Part Number and Description for CLIN 0001:
  • FROM: Constant Tension Winch Controller; Drive With 75 HP Controller; P/N SPX9000; Stock No. 0000T2187164R
  • TO: Constant Tension Winch Controller; Drive With 75 HP Controller; SPX9000; 75 HP Drive with 75 HP Controller; SPX075A2-4A1B1; Extended I/O Card Options are required: A5, B2, and B5.
  • The Vendor's Seller's Part Number is updated to SPX075A2-4A1B1.

This amendment does not explicitly state an extension of the offer receipt deadline. Bidders should confirm if the original deadline is still in effect or if it has been extended. Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

Other / Unclassified

This memorandum documents the determination to use other than full and open competition for an acquisition under the simplified acquisition threshold. It identifies the item/service, the sole source, and the justification for this approach.

• Item/Service: Constant tension winches for safely mooring a vessel.
• Sole Source: Eaton Corp. (OEM), distributed by Custom Panels.
• Justification for Sole Source:
  • Restrictive Rights: The source has established proprietary rights, limited rights in data, patent rights, copyrights, or secret processes.
  • Critical Ship Equipment: The item is critical for ship safety, and failure poses a hazard to the ship, crew, or environment.
  • Standardization/Brand Name: The specific make/model (SVX 9000) is required to meet the Government's needs for additional units or replacement items, aligning with MSC's standardization initiative.
  • Form, Fit, and Function: The item is a direct replacement part compatible with existing equipment configurations (SVX 9000 Variable Frequency Drive).
  • Unusual and Compelling Urgency: The requirement was identified on 2025-09-30 with a required delivery date of 2026-09-30. The delay in processing is attributed to a government shutdown and continuing resolution. The item is currently listed under CASREPS (25-019 to 25-024) as critical for vessel safety.
• Delivery Date: 01 May 2026.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the procurement of Constant Tension Winch Controllers for the USNS LEROY GRUMMAN. The acquisition is for Fiscal Year 2026.

• Procurement of six (6) Constant Tension Winch Controllers, each with a 75 HP Controller (P/N SPX9000; Stock No. 0000T2187164R).

• The contractor shall provide DoD unique identification or a DoD recognized unique identification equivalent, as per DFARS 252.211-7003.

• Packaging and marking shall comply with DODMANUAL 4140.01, Volume 9, and MIL-STD-2073-1(series) or ASTM D3951(series).

• Markings on boxes/crates/containers must include "MARK FOR: USNS LEROY GRUMMAN (T-AO 195)", Requisition Number, and Purchase/Delivery Order Number.

• Pricing Arrangement: Firm Fixed Price.

• Delivery is FOB Destination.

• Delivery on or before: August 07, 2026.

• Offers are due by March 20, 2026, at 04:00 PM.

• The solicitation is unrestricted.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable (LPTA) quoter.

• Quotes must be submitted via email in Adobe or Microsoft Office format.

• Standard commercial terms and conditions included in a quote may be considered a material defect and lead to rejection.

• This acquisition is unrestricted.

• The solicitation incorporates by reference FAR clauses 52.212-1, 52.212-4, and 52.212-5.

• DFARS clauses are also incorporated by reference, including 252.211-7003 (Item Unique Identification and Valuation) and 252.232-7006 (Wide Area WorkFlow Payment Instructions).

• Specific instructions for Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) submission are provided.

• Duty-free entry is required for this material, and contractors must initiate the entitlement request via PIEE.