VLS Cell Maintenance Stands
ID: N6426725Q4110Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTERCORONA, CA, 92878-5000, USA

NAICS

Machine Shops (332710)

PSC

GUIDED MISSILE MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND CHECKOUT SPECIALIZED EQUIPMENT (4935)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d088554b6585499e8c7754c6e901374b/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 27, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 12, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Corona, California, is seeking qualified vendors for the procurement of Vertical Launching System (VLS) Cell Maintenance Stands. This requirement includes the acquisition of 16 specific stands, which are critical for ensuring safe maintenance operations on Navy ships, and must pass a proof load test to guarantee personnel safety during use. The stands will be delivered within a timeline of 22 to 24 weeks post-contract award, with detailed packaging requirements to facilitate proper handling. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their responses to Steve Cortes at steve.cortes.civ@us.navy.mil by the deadline specified in the SAM.gov posting, as this opportunity is competitive and may be set aside for small businesses.

Point(s) of Contact
Steve Cortes
steve.cortes.civ@us.navy.mil
Files
Title
Posted
12. Draft PD N6426725Q4110 .pdf
Mar 27, 2025, 9:05 PM UTC
The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) by PEO IWS 3L for the procurement of MK41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) Cell Maintenance Stands, which are essential for safe maintenance operations on Navy ships. The procurement requires 16 specific stands identified by part number and the National Item Identification Number (NIIN). These stands must pass a proof load test to ensure the safety of personnel during maintenance. The stands must be carefully packaged, with individual bubble-wrapping and constraints on how they are stacked within crates to allow for proper handling. The delivery timeline is set for 22 to 24 weeks post-contract award, and they will be shipped to NSWC Corona in Norco, CA. The document lacks detailed sections on inspection and acceptance processes and technical contacts, indicating that these will be determined later. Overall, this procurement reflects a vital step in ensuring operational readiness and safety in Navy maintenance tasks.
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