USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN CPAC and Anodes
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 (MSC) Norfolk, has issued a Solicitation (N3220526Q7137) for the procurement of CPAC Cells and Anodes for the USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12). This acquisition aims to replace existing cathodic protection materials to support vessel operations. While the solicitation is open, an internal memorandum justifies the use of other than full and open competition, identifying Evoqua as the required source due to standardization and compatibility requirements for T-AKE Class vessels. Quotes are due by April 20, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDT.
Scope of Work
This solicitation requires the delivery of specific cathodic protection materials:
- Line Item 0001: Two (2) 4FT ANODE ASSY (Vendor Part Number: 82824-225).
- Line Item 0002: Two (2) 8FT ANODE ASSY (Vendor Part Number: 82824-100).
- Line Item 0003: Four (4) REFERENCE CELLS (Vendor Part Number: 82823-001). All items must comply with DFARS 252.211-7003 for Item Unique Identification and Valuation. Delivery is required on or before July 27, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 331523 (Size Standard: 140 employees).
- Offer Due Date: April 20, 2026, 10:00 AM EDT.
- Published Date: April 15, 2026.
- Period of Performance: Delivery by July 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Destination (FOB Contractor Destination).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes must be submitted via email to the contracting officer and contract specialist (Colin Edick) in Adobe or Microsoft Office format. Submissions must include part numbers and titles for technical verification. Evaluation will be based on Technical compliance (meeting requirements, part numbers, delivery dates) and Price reasonableness. Quotes containing vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions may be rejected as non-responsive.
Additional Notes
The acquisition incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses by reference and in full text, including those related to critical safety items and Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) payment instructions. Inspection and Acceptance will occur at Destination. Packaging and Marking requirements reference DODMANUAL 4140.01, MIL-STD-2073-1, or ASTM D3951. Duty-free entry is required, with contractors initiating entitlement requests via PIEE. The agency has justified a single-source procurement from Evoqua for these specific parts due to standardization and compatibility for T-AKE Class vessels.