L019 - Safe Haven lay/docking services.
ID: N0018926QSAFEType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-3392, USA

NAICS

Port and Harbor Operations (488310)

PSC

TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS (L019)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/3649927505db4841875914040cef959a/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is seeking qualified vendors to provide Safe Haven lay/docking services. This procurement aims to secure services that will commence around March 17, 2026, and continue through March 17, 2031, covering a five-year ordering period, and will be solicited as a total small business set aside. These services are crucial for the operational readiness and maintenance of naval vessels, ensuring they have safe docking facilities when needed. Interested parties can reach out to Kelley Nevelsteen at kelley.j.nevelsteen.civ@us.navy.mil or Carlton Walton at carlton.walton@navy.mil for further information.

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    kelley.j.nevelsteen.civ@us.navy.mil
    carlton.walton@navy.mil
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