AIR FLASK DYNAMIC STRENGTH TEST FOR CATAPULT
ID: N42158-24-SIMACQ-NNSY-440-0047Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD GFPORTSMOUTH, VA, 23709-1001, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (J019)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/d541d9dd00754464a92c95f5078e4967/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, is seeking qualified suppliers for a potential contract involving the CATAPULT #4 High Pressure Air Flask Dynamic Strength Test. This procurement aims to identify contractors capable of conducting a Dynamic Strength Test on a 70 cubic foot air flask, which is critical for ensuring the operational integrity of the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69). The testing is scheduled to take place from April 1, 2025, to June 1, 2025, and interested parties must submit their capabilities statements by February 7, 2025. For further inquiries, potential respondents can contact Rebekah Riggins at rebekah.r.riggins.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 757-967-4014.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Rebekah Riggins
    (757) 967-4014
    rebekah.r.riggins.civ@us.navy.mil
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    Cat 4 HP Air Flask DST SOW Sources Sought DRAFT.pdf
    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for conducting a Dynamic Strength Test on a 70 cubic foot high-pressure air flask for Catapult #4 on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower (CVN-69) at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, from April 1, 2025, to June 1, 2025. The contractor is responsible for developing necessary procedures and documentation, adhering to various references for compliance, and conducting tests under stringent guidelines to ensure safety and correct procedures. Key tasks include connecting hoses, performing the test to a maximum pressure of 5000 psig, and providing certified test reports. The document specifies that contractors must follow Federal OSHA requirements for safety, while the government will provide some support, such as crane services and hazardous material disposal as needed. Access to the base requires Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) credentials for all workers. The structure of the document includes sections on scope, responsibilities of both contractor and government, safety regulations, and access requirements, establishing clear protocols for testing and compliance. This SOW indicates a commitment to safety and procedural integrity in military operations.
    Sources Sought.pdf
    The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) is seeking information from qualified suppliers for a potential contract involving the CATAPULT #4 High Pressure Air Flask Dynamic Strength Test, classified under NAICS code 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repair). This sources sought notice aims to conduct market research to identify potential contractors capable of delivering a Dynamic Strength Test for a specified 70 Cubic Foot Air Flask. Responses are encouraged from businesses of all sizes, as the project may be set-aside for small businesses or opened to full competition depending on interest. Interested parties should provide detailed capabilities statements and organization information by February 7, 2025, with specific submission guidelines outlined. This announcement is informational only; it does not constitute a commitment to award a contract, nor will the government compensate responders for their submissions. The government retains discretion over any consequent solicitation process.
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