This document outlines Operation Security (OPSEC) and Portable Electronic Device (PED) requirements for contractors at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY), emphasizing the protection of Critical Information and Indicators (CII) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Contractors are responsible for preventing inadvertent disclosure of sensitive information, whether classified or unclassified, through various means including social media, personal emails, and unauthorized third parties. An OPSEC plan may be required depending on the contract's nature, detailing contractor OPSEC activities. The document prohibits using PEDs with recording or transmitting capabilities in restricted areas and lists examples of CII, such as Personally Identifiable Information, operation schedules, and equipment capabilities. Countermeasures include restricting verbal discussions, prohibiting unauthorized photography, shredding sensitive documents, not posting shipyard information online, and immediately reporting any compromises or unauthorized disclosures. Non-compliance can lead to contract termination, removal of personnel, and potential criminal prosecution. The policy highlights the importance of safeguarding sensitive government information and adhering to strict security protocols.
The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard is soliciting bids for the rental of one high-pressure nitrogen gas tube trailer. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is a total small business set-aside with a response deadline of December 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM EST. The requirement includes a base rental period from January 6, 2026, to July 6, 2026, and an option period from July 7, 2026, to August 10, 2026. Key requirements include the trailer's ability to supply nitrogen at 2000-4500 psig with volumes of 27,000-81,556 scf, adherence to specific nitrogen purity and equipment cleanliness standards, and compliance with OSHA and environmental regulations. Contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and will be evaluated based on technical acceptability and the lowest price.