Sources Sought for Dry Dock and Shipyard Services
ID: W912P8-25-SS-0008Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST N ORLEANSNEW ORLEANS, LA, 70118-3651, 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/6cdc99cc3aa642acaab63930732fd117/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' New Orleans District, is seeking potential vendors for Dry Dock and Shipyard Services through a sources sought notice. The procurement aims to establish a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs of various government vessels, including survey boats and barges, ensuring they are returned in optimal condition while adhering to regulatory standards. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a capabilities statement detailing their relevant experience and qualifications by March 31, 2025, with the anticipated contract set to begin in January 2026. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact Taylor H. Brandon at taylor.h.brandon@usace.army.mil or Karen D. Hargrave at karen.d.hargrave@usace.army.mil.

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    Attachment_1_DRY DOCK BPA SOW_DRAFT.pdf
    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' New Orleans District is initiating a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for dry dock and shipyard services. This five-year service contract is intended to facilitate the ongoing maintenance, inspections, and possible emergency repairs of various government vessels, which include survey boats, towboats, and barges. Contractors are responsible for protecting government assets and ensuring quality control, with monitoring performed by designated representatives. Specific services may encompass hull repairs, inspections, and salvage operations, all necessitating comprehensive plans approved by USACE before execution. Contractors must also manage transportation logistics for vessels needing towing, conduct dry docking with proper protection of vessels, and ensure all contracted work meets required standards upon release. Furthermore, a gas-free certificate is mandatory for certain tasks. The BPA broadens the contractors’ obligations to maintain and repair not only the physical vessels but also adhere to regulatory standards, ensuring government vessels are returned in optimal condition. This procurement aim aligns with effective federal resource management and compliance within government operations.
    SOURCES SOUGHT FOR DRYDOCK AND SHIPYARD SERVICES.pdf
    The US Army Corps of Engineers, New Orleans District (MVN) seeks to identify potential vendors for Dry Dock and Shipyard Services through this sources sought synopsis. The MVN possesses various vessels, such as survey boats and dredges, which require a range of maintenance services. The solicitation aims for competitive procurement, potentially involving small business set-asides. Interested parties are encouraged to provide a capabilities statement detailing their resources and experience relevant to the required services, addressing specific qualifications such as prior work, management of subcontractors, and technical skills. The anticipated contract is firm-fixed price with a five-year performance period starting in January 2026. Eligibility is determined using NAICS code 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing. Responses are due by March 31, 2025, and must follow specified submission guidelines to ensure consideration. This announcement does not constitute a commitment by the government and aims to gauge market capacity for the required services. All submissions must be sent electronically to the designated contract specialist, with no phone inquiries allowed.
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