USNS HENRY J KAISER - #2 DECK AIR COMPRESSOR
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 (Dept Of Defense / DEPT OF THE NAVY) has a requirement to procure a #2 Deck Air Compressor for the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 0187). This is a sole-source procurement justified under FAR 13.106-1(b)(1)(i), with Ingersoll Rand Industrial U.S., Inc. identified as the only reasonably available source. Responses are due June 5, 2026.
Scope of Work
Procurement of a replacement deck air compressor unit, specifically the Ingersoll Rand Industrial U.S., Inc. "2000 E25" model. This unit is a direct replacement for an obsolete model and is required to maintain fleet configuration baseline and standardization across T-AO 187 class vessels, per COMSCINST 4790.3.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Sole-Source Procurement)
- Product/Service Code: 4310 - Compressors And Vacuum Pumps
- Set-Aside: None specified (Sole-Source)
- Required Source: Ingersoll Rand Industrial U.S., Inc.
- Delivery Date: September 15, 2026
- Response Due: June 5, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published: May 29, 2026
Justification
The procurement is justified as other than full and open competition due to "BRAND NAME" and "STANDARDIZATION" requirements. The specific make and model "2000 E25" is necessary to ensure compatibility and maintain the existing fleet configuration baseline for the USNS Henry J. Kaiser and other T-AO 187 class vessels.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Caren Edanol at caren.l.edanol.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-1263.