USNS GUADALUPE -Rudder and Stern Frame
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Military Sealift Command (MSC), under the Department of the Navy, has a requirement to procure Rudder and Stern Frame parts for the USNS GUADALUPE (T-AO 200). This is an Other Than Full and Open Competition acquisition, justified by the need for specific Garlock Sealing Technologies parts for compatibility. Responses are due June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for Rudder and Stern Frame parts to support "Rudder post sealing and packing Work Item 0954" on the USNS GUADALUPE (T-AO 200), which is part of the T-AO 187 Class vessels. The specific parts identified are "GREASE SEALS GARLOCK SPLKLOZ, PACKING SET, V S." The required delivery date for these parts is July 1, 2027.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Other Than Full and Open Competition)
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Justification)
- Response Due: June 10, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: June 3, 2026
- Required Delivery: July 1, 2027
Justification for Other Than Full and Open Competition
A "Memorandum for the Record" dated May 21, 2026, details the rationale for this acquisition under the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The sole-source determination is based on the critical need for compatibility, as the required parts are direct replacements for existing Garlock equipment. This ensures seamless integration and operational reliability for the USNS GUADALUPE.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Caren Edanol at caren.l.edanol.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-1263.