# SAM #6923G226P000107

Sole-source support award for USMMA Kongsberg maritime simulators

**Buyer:** 6923G2 DOT  MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
**Posted:** October 02, 2026
**Identifier:** 6923G226P000107
**NAICS:** 541519, 811210

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration awarded support for the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s Kongsberg maritime simulation systems.
- **Government buyer**
  - U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration
  - U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Division of Procurement, Kings Point, New York; support locations include Samuels Hall and Fulton Hall
  - Contracting Officer: Theodore Nigro
- **Award and value**
  - Sole-source award for maintenance and long-term system support
  - Award amount: **$164,065**; an attachment cites an estimated cost of **$31,215** for the K-Sim Neptune support requirement
- **OEM**
  - **Kongsberg Maritime, Inc.** is identified as the system provider and sole authorized source for the proprietary support described
- **Systems and requested support**
  - Full Mission Ship Simulator and K-Sim Engine floating-license server: maintenance and support at Samuels Hall
  - K-Sim Neptune Engine Room Simulator floating license server and software: software updates, remote technical support, and scheduled site visits at Fulton Hall
  - Existing TANO and Ship’s Bridge Simulator: proprietary hardware and software support, K-Sim updates, scheduled site visits, and system maintenance
- **Notable requirements**
  - Support is for installed simulator hardware, software, and floating-license systems used for midshipmen training, including STCW competency and sea-time training
  - Kongsberg states that the proprietary interfaces and systems require its factory-trained personnel and that other vendors are not authorized to provide the described support
  - No quantities, part numbers, or period of performance are specified in the provided information

### Description

<p>Sole Source Contract to Kongsberg Maritime to provide maintenance and&nbsp;support for the Kongsberg Full Mission Ship Simulator, K-Sim engine floating license, Samuels Hall, United States Merchant Marine Academy, Kings&nbsp;Point, New York. Sole Source Justification attached.</p>

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