Elevator Support Unit (ESU) for East and West Coast Aircraft Carriers
ID: N00024-24-R-4154Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

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Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

COMBAT SHIPS AND LANDING VESSELS (1905)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is conducting market research for the Elevator Support Unit (ESU) contract, aimed at providing engineering, maintenance, training, and technical support for shipboard elevators and cargo handling systems on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers, specifically the CVN 68 and CVN 78 classes. The contractor will be responsible for a range of services including inspections, fault identification, technical guidance, and maintaining engineering evaluations, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, particularly in proximity to nuclear systems. This contract is critical for maintaining operational readiness and efficiency of naval systems, with a performance period expected to begin in FY2026 and lasting for five years. Interested parties should submit their responses by 2 PM EST on September 30, 2024, to the designated contacts, Sakeena Siddiqi and Tyler Pacak, via the provided email addresses.

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    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for a contract to provide engineering, maintenance, training, and technical support for shipboard elevators and cargo handling systems on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers (CVNs). The contractor is expected to operate globally, primarily in locations such as Norfolk, Newport News, San Diego, Bremerton, and Yokosuka. The project involves collaboration with the Navy's Elevator Support Unit team, which includes engineers and technicians who diagnose issues and aid in maintenance and logistics documentation during various planned availabilities and upkeep periods. Key responsibilities include conducting inspections, providing technical guidance, performing fault identification, and maintaining engineering evaluations. The contractor must maintain a robust Quality Assurance Program and develop training for ship personnel. Compliance with safety, security, and environmental standards is imperative, especially when working near nuclear systems. Deliverables such as monthly reports and formal work packages are required, ensuring ongoing communication with government representatives. The contractor must also adhere to specific operational security requirements and maintain facilities near key Navy locations to support efficient operations. This SOW reflects the U.S. government's need for comprehensive maintenance and support for critical naval systems, emphasizing quality, safety, and expedient service delivery.
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