USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS Phoenix Lighting
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 Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSCHQ NORFOLK), is soliciting quotes for 100 HAZ RATED LED FIXTURES (480V) for the USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS cargo hold lighting. This requirement is for a specific brand and model, Phoenix Lighting RLED2DF40KH, justified due to brand-name compatibility as a direct replacement part for T-AKE Class vessels. Quotes are due April 22, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks to procure 100 units of HAZ RATED LED FIXTURE 480V, specifically the Phoenix Lighting RLED2DF40KH model. These fixtures are intended for the cargo hold lighting of the USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS. Delivery is required on or before June 1, 2026, to a specified destination in San Diego, CA.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (implied for commercial products)
- Product Service Code: 6230 (Electric Portable And Hand Lighting Equipment)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (though effectively brand-name specific)
- Offer Due Date: April 22, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT
- Published Date: April 15, 2026
- Delivery Deadline: June 1, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be emailed in Adobe or Microsoft Office format to the contracting officer and contract specialist. Evaluation will be based on a Lowest-Priced Technically Acceptable basis. Technical acceptability requires meeting all solicitation requirements, including the specified part number (RLED2DF40KH) and delivery dates. Pricing will be evaluated for reasonableness.
Additional Notes
This acquisition is justified for "Other Than Full and Open Competition" due to brand-name compatibility, as the Phoenix Lighting RLED-2-DF-40-HV-HAZ-MILS (RLED2DF40KH) is a direct replacement for existing equipment on T-AKE Class vessels. The solicitation incorporates various FAR clauses by reference, including those for commercial products and services. Contractors must comply with Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) for payment submissions, ensure duty-free entry for materials, and adhere to DODMANUAL 4140.01 and MIL-STD-129R for packaging and marking.