Watercraft & Trailer Services
ID: H9242126RT001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USSOCOMFORT LIBERTY, NC, 28310, USA

NAICS

Motorcycle, ATV, and All Other Motor Vehicle Dealers (441227)

PSC

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/a219d093a1e04196afde9ac03b690959/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM), is seeking vendors to provide comprehensive maintenance services for a fleet of watercraft located in Key West, Florida. The procurement aims to ensure that various types of watercraft, including reconnaissance crafts, personal watercraft, and associated trailers, are maintained in compliance with Florida state law and Department of Transportation regulations, with a focus on routine maintenance and emergency services. Interested vendors must be located within a 50-mile radius of Key West and are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant experience by December 29, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST, with inquiries directed to SSG Ramneek Tinoco or SFC Kevin Margeson via email.

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    SSG Tinoco, Ramneek
    ramneek.s.tinoco.mil@socom.mil
    SFC Margeson, Kevin
    kevin.r.margeson.mil@socom.mil
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