REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) –Bead Clamps
ID: N0016425SNB29Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNSWC CRANECRANE, IN, 47522-5001, USA

NAICS

Iron and Steel Forging (332111)

PSC

UNDERWATER SOUND EQUIPMENT (5845)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f94f2707a94f430caf02d15e2ccb91b0/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane Division (NSWC-CR), is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of bead clamps essential for securing the Sonar Dome Rubber Window to the hull of DDG51 Class Destroyers. The RFI seeks to assess the market's capability to supply a set of three different types of forged clamps, with specific material and manufacturing requirements, including tensile and yield strength specifications, surface finish, and painting standards. This procurement is critical for maintaining the operational integrity of naval vessels, with an estimated future demand of 2-3 sets per year. Interested parties must submit their responses by 4:00 PM EDT on February 19, 2025, to the designated contacts, Erin Kelley and Matthew Swartzentruber, via the provided email addresses.

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    Erin Kelley
    erin.c.kelley3.civ@us.navy.mil
    Matthew Swartzentruber
    matthew.c.swartzentruber.civ@us.navy.mil
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