CAPSTAN Technical Support
ID: N6278925Q00XXType: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYSUP OF SHIPBUILDING GROTONGROTON, CT, 06340-4990, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (J019)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/de2230ca56f24ddcaa2da6fbabefee78/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Supervisor of Shipbuilding in Groton, Connecticut, intends to award a sole source delivery order for CAPSTAN Technical Support related to Virginia Class submarines. This procurement involves technical assistance from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Virginia Class Block III Electric Mooring Capstan, including the replacement of motor and sensor cables, troubleshooting, and generating a detailed field service report over a three-day period at Naval Submarine Base New London. The selected contractor must provide all necessary testing equipment and comply with specific security protocols for base access. Interested parties are encouraged to express their interest and capability within 15 days of this notice, with inquiries directed to Roland Parrilla at roland.j.parrilla.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 860-433-2253.

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    The Naval Submarine Support Facility (NSSF) requires technical support from the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Virginia Class Block III Electric Mooring Capstan. This assistance involves the replacement of motor and sensor cables, with services provided for a total of three days at Naval Submarine Base New London, Groton, CT. The contractor will conduct troubleshooting, offer corrective recommendations, and generate a detailed field service report documenting the technical assistance and status of the equipment. All necessary testing equipment must be supplied by the contractor. Access to the base requires specific credentials, with outlined procedures for personnel without CAC or NCACS cards—emphasizing the importance of compliance with security protocols. The document serves as an official request for proposal (RFP), outlining clear requirements and expectations for potential bidders to enhance operational capacity and maintain equipment integrity critical to submarine operations.
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