Military Sealift Command Waterborne Hull Cleaning and Associated Work Sources Sought
ID: N32205-SSN-25-UWHType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Other Support Activities for Water Transportation (488390)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIP AND MARINE EQUIPMENT (J020)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/515496162b15457aa37c8c80c6b1b7f9/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide waterborne hull cleaning and associated underwater ship husbandry services for its Government Owned, Government Operated vessels. The procurement aims to assess the capabilities of potential offerors in fulfilling requirements for hull cleaning, inspection, and related tasks across various geographical zones, including the Atlantic, Pacific, and European waters. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining operational standards for naval maintenance while promoting small business participation in government contracts. Interested parties should respond to the market survey by March 3, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Shelby Probert at shelby.m.probert.civ@us.navy.mil or Timothy Lewis at timothy.lewis60.civ@us.navy.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Shelby Probert
    shelby.m.probert.civ@us.navy.mil
    Timothy Lewis
    timothy.lewis60.civ@us.navy.mil
    Files
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    Market_Survey-Sources Sought N7 UWH.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting a market survey for small business acquisition regarding waterborne hull cleaning and associated underwater ship husbandry services for MSC's Government Owned, Government Operated vessels. The primary goal is to assess potential offerors' capabilities, particularly from small businesses, including their technical, administrative, and financial qualifications to fulfill the requirements outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS). Responses are requested by March 3, 2025, to aid in procurement strategy, which may involve establishing small business set-asides or competitive bidding. The scope of work encompasses hull cleaning, inspection services, and related tasks across various geographical zones, including the Atlantic, Pacific, and European waters. Clear definitions for mobilization, operational protocols, and inspection categories are provided, specifying that operations must comply with existing regulations and standards. Deliverables must include thorough documentation of inspections and cleaning operations to ensure quality and compliance. The contract type will be Indefinite-Delivery Indefinite-Quantity with firm-fixed-price task orders, emphasizing the need for timely completion, accurate reporting, and adherence to safety and environmental guidelines. This initiative highlights the government's focus on utilizing small businesses while maintaining strict operational standards for naval maintenance.
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