INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE OEM BIRD-JOHNSON PROPELLER COMPANY, INC HOSES

Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound (FLCPS) intends to solicit for HOSES This requirement is sole sourced to OEM Bird-Johnson Propeller Company Inc as the requested parts are designated ship critical safety items in accordance with (IAW) COMSCINST 4490.1C QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR ITEMS CRITICAL TO SAFETY ON VESSELS ASSIGNED TO MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND, which restricts the US Navy to procurement from only the OEM and authorized sources for parts and systems directly related to critical equipment. The requested ship repair directly supports the Propulsion/Machinery Control System onboard the vessel. The identified contractor has been qualified by MSC to work on this system as shown on https://www.msc.usff.navy.mil/Business-Opportunities/Contracts/Qualification-for-Items-Critical-to-Shipboard-Safety-on-MSC-Vessels/ Interested companies may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement, which will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination not to compete this action based upon responses received to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. All responsible sources may submit a quotation, bid, or proposal, as appropriate, which will be considered by the agency. The Government will evaluate the offeror’s price for reasonableness and past performance as part of the responsibility determination in accordance with RFO 12.203. Anticipated Award Date: Aug 2026 Contract Specialist: Vicktoria Wright, Vicktoria.e.wright.civ@us.navy.mil