SAM #N0016726Q1158

Procurement of Cortland Brand Mooring Equipment for Underwater Acoustic Array Extension

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD), part of the U.S. Navy, is procuring specialized Cortland brand mooring equipment for underwater acoustic array extension at SEAFAC near Ketchikan, Alaska. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy, Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) - Contract Specialist: Michael Bonaiuto - OEM Highlight: - Cortland International (brand name restriction; only Cortland products accepted) - Vendors: - Only Cortland is specified as the manufacturer; no resellers or alternatives permitted - Products Requested: - 900 feet of Plasma 12x12 strand rope, 1-1/8" diameter (Part # T318) - 100 feet of HMPE Sleeve Braid, 1-1/8" diameter (Part # SX18) - 150 feet of HMPE Sleeve Braid, 1-5/16" diameter (Part # SX21) - 2 galvanized thimbles, 1-3/8" diameter (Part # 51582) - Product Details: - Plasma 12x12 strand rope: Enhanced HMPE, UV resistant, high tensile strength, supplied in two 450-ft pieces - HMPE Sleeve Braid: Tubular, UV resistant, provides wear and cut resistance for rope eyes and splices - Galvanized thimbles: Gusseted strain-relief, compatible with 1-3/8" diameter rope - Unique Requirements: - Brand name restriction to Cortland due to proprietary material compatibility and reliability for heavy stabilization weights in underwater arrays - No valid alternatives or substitutions accepted - NAICS Code: 314994 (Rope, Cordage, Twine, and Netting Mills) - Delivery required by completion date; all items must be delivered together

Description

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for Cortland brand mooring equipment.  The NAICS code is 314994 and the business size is 1000 employees.

The proposed purchase order is being solicited on a brand name basis.  The proposed action is for Cortland materials, for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with compliant products pursuant to FAR 6.302-1(a)(2)(ii).  The basis for restricting competition is for the following reasons: a qualified material is only available from Cortland, with no valid alternatives.  The NSWCCD intends to award a firm fixed-price purchase order using Simplified Acquisition Procedures.

Interested parties may identify their interest to this requirement by submitting a quotes and capability statements no later than 12:00 Noon, 01 September 2026.  Questions must be submitted before 12:00 Noon, 27 August 2026.  Answers will be publicized in an amendment to the solicitation.

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