NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow: Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) Services
ID: 1305M26R0003_SynopsisType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATIONDEPT OF COMMERCE NOAANORFOLK, VA, 23510, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/aed454594d294fab8bcc96c322c46fb6/view
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    The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking proposals for the Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) repairs to the NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow, a critical asset for marine and atmospheric operations. The procurement involves extensive repairs and upgrades, including structural work, vessel repowering, and the replacement of key systems such as dynamic positioning, fire alarm systems, and various pumps and refrigeration units. The estimated repair period is set to last 14 months, commencing in February 2028 and concluding by April 2029, with a Request for Proposal (RFP) anticipated in December 2025 and proposals due by February 2026. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov and can contact Tamara Horton at Tamara.Horton@noaa.gov or Andrew Northcutt at andrew.northcutt@noaa.gov for further details.

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    Henry Bigelow FSV Midlife Extension Program.pdf
    NOAA's Eastern Acquisition Division is soliciting proposals for Service Life Extension Program (SLEP) repairs to the NOAA Ship Henry B. Bigelow. This pre-solicitation synopsis outlines extensive repairs, including structural work, vessel repowering, system replacements (e.g., dynamic positioning, fire alarm, radars, pumps, AC plants, refrigeration), and various inspections and overhauls. The estimated 14-month repair period is set to begin in February 2028 and conclude by April 2029. Optional work items are also detailed. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated for December 2025, with proposals due in February 2026. This is a full and open competition, with a firm fixed-price contract expected. Interested contractors must be registered in SAM.gov.
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