Boatyard Services for the R/V Gannet at GRNMS

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, identified as 1305M226Q0030, is for Boatyard Services for the R/V Gannet at Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary. The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• Boatyard Services for the R/V Gannet.

• Services to be performed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW).

• Vendors must list how many miles their facility is from the vessel's homeport.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: 90 Days After Award.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: 02/09/2026 at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• Questions regarding the solicitation should be submitted in writing to chelsea.vera@noaa.gov no later than 10 calendar days after the issuance date.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical (Pass/Fail), Past Performance (Pass/Fail), and Price (lowest priced technically acceptable offer will be evaluated).

• This acquisition is 100% set aside for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 336611, with a Size Standard of 1300 employees.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and 52.212-4.

• The Department of Commerce will utilize the FedConnect® web portal for contract administration.

• The Statement of Work (SOW) and SCA WD #2015-4491 are incorporated and attached.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items to procure shipyard services for the NOAA Research Vessel Gannet (hull number R5202) at Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary. The work is to be performed in accordance with the attached Statement of Work (SOW) and/or Drawing Package.

• Boatyard Services for the R/V Gannet.

• Work to be completed within 90 days of award.

• Contractor's facility must be located within a 50-statute mile radius of Savannah, GA.

• The vessel will be delivered to and accepted at the contractor's facility.

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price, Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Period of Performance: Date of Award through 90 days.

• Quote validity: Minimum of 60 days.

• Service Contract Labor Standards: Department of Labor Wage Number 2015-4491, Revision Number 32.

• Submission Deadline: February 9, 2026, by 11 AM Eastern via email.

• Evaluation: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Key Deadlines:

  • Site Visit Completion: January 28, 2026.
  • Questions Due: February 2, 2026, by 11:00 AM Eastern.
  • Quotes Due: February 9, 2026, by 11:00 AM Eastern.

• Anticipated Award Date: On or about February 12, 2026.

• This RFQ is a 100% small business set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repairing, with a size standard of 1,300 employees.

• Offerors must be registered in the SAM database.

• A site visit is strongly encouraged.

• Offerors must provide specific information with their quote, including agreement with terms and conditions, acknowledgment of amendments, completed Past Performance Reference form, and facility distance from the homeport.

• Upon contract award, the contractor must provide evidence meeting the NOAA Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Prevention and Response Policy.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) details the requirements for shipyard services for the NOAA Research Vessel Gannet, hull number R5202.

• The contractor shall provide all facilities, labor, materials, tools, and services required to complete the work.

• All work shall be accomplished at the contractor's facility, located within a 50-statute mile radius of Savannah, GA.

• The contractor is responsible for the safety of the vessel from arrival until acceptance by NOAA.

• Work must meet or exceed current requirements of ABYC and USCG (Subchapter T).

• Haul, clean, block, store, and launch: Pressure wash hull, clean below waterline, inspect hull, provide electrical power, and secure vessel dockside.

• Overcoat bottom paint: Repair damaged areas and apply overcoat according to International Paints standards.

• Recoat Propulsors: Apply Prop-speed coating on propellers, shafts, and running gear.

• Inspect through-hulls, seacocks, transducers: Open, actuate, and inspect all seacocks and transducers; submit a written report.

• Check/replace anodes: Inspect and replace anodes exhibiting more than 25% wastage; use specified Performance Metals anodes.

• Inspect cutlass bearings: Measure shaft and bearing gaps and provide written recommendations.

• Service Engine and Generator: Perform maintenance and service on main engines, transmissions, and generator as per manufacturer specifications, including fluid sampling, filter replacement, and operational testing.

• Fifi and extinguisher service: Annual inspection and testing of portable fire extinguishers and the Automatic Fixed Fire Suppression System.

• Service tender engine: Annual service on the outboard engine of the inflatable tender.

• Alarm Equipment Service: Inspect and test the vessel's alarm panel and all detectors.

• HVAC Service: Inspect and test the vessel's HVAC system, including seawater cooling and ductwork.

• Reinstall two door windows: Remove, clean, and reinstall two windows with proper sealant.

• Resolve PH helm pump problem at speed: Test helm pump function at dock and underway.

• Provide bridle and create hawse holes: Provide a bridle for anchoring and create hawse holes in bow bulwarks.

• Create stowage bin under ladder: Design and provide a storage basket.

• Test and inspect starboard Lazarette fan: Inspect fan, ducting, and piping; measure motor temperature.

• Add fath display and 2 tachs: Install repeater tachometers and a fathometer at the aft steering station.

• Provide 208 to 240 VAC switching: Install a selector switch for shore power voltage.

• Install 5 windshield roll-up shades: Install transparent shades on forward-facing windows.

• Replace PH bimini top fabric: Replace bimini top fabric with Sunbrella or equivalent.

• Repair seat and back cushions: Repair or replace seat and back cushion attachment points.

• Provide 4 spare sea strainer baskets: Provide compatible sea strainer baskets for main engines.

• Revise aft draft marks: Remove old draft marks and install new ones.

• Reattach internal ultrasonic transducer: Reattach an ultrasonic transducer using specified adhesive.

• Conditions Found: Address any additional repairs or issues discovered during yard work.

• Period of Performance: Date of award plus 90 days.

• Location: Contractor's facility within a 50-statute mile radius of Savannah, GA.

• A site visit is strongly encouraged.

• Welding must be performed by certified welders.

• Past performance in working with aluminum high-speed catamaran vessels, including aluminum welding, is a performance factor.

• IT Security Requirements: C&A and Security Accreditation Package are not required as the contractor will not access US government computers or IT systems.

• LTjg Christina Starsinic (Technical Point of Contact)

• LeAnn Hogan (Regional Operations Coordinator)

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "Past Performance Information Form" which contractors must complete to demonstrate relevant past performance or state they possess no relevant past performance. It is used to gather information about a vendor's experience on similar contracts.

• Vendor Information: Name of Vendor.
• Contract Details: Contract Number, Order Number, or Identifier; Contract Type; Government/Employer Point of Contact (Name & Title); Government/Employer Telephone Number and E-mail Address.
• Financials: Total dollar value for the effort (broken into annual increments).
• Services & Period of Performance: Type of Service(s) Provided and Location(s); Period of Performance (From/To).
• Work Description: Detailed description of work performed to demonstrate relevance to the solicitation's scope.
• Subcontractors: Information on subcontractors utilized, including the extent of work and annual dollar value.

Bidders must complete this form for up to three (3) relevant contracts performed within the last three years. This information is crucial for the Government to evaluate the bidder's past performance, which is a key factor in the evaluation process. The form requires specific details about the contract, services rendered, and performance to demonstrate similarity in scope, magnitude, and complexity to the current solicitation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Wage Determination from the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act. It establishes the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations in the Georgia Counties of Bryan, Chatham, and Effingham. This is relevant for any federal contract awarded in this area that is subject to the Service Contract Act.

This document lists specific occupational codes and their corresponding minimum hourly wage rates and required fringe benefits. It covers a wide range of occupations, from administrative support and clerical roles to automotive service, health occupations, information technology, and more.

• Wage Determination Number: 2015-4491
• Revision Number: 32
• Date of Last Revision: 12/03/2025
• Area: Georgia Counties of Bryan, Chatham, Effingham

This document does not contain proposal submission or evaluation instructions. It serves as a baseline for wage and benefit requirements that must be met by contractors.

This document does not specify eligibility or set-aside requirements. However, it notes that certain computer employees may be exempt from this wage determination if they meet specific criteria (bona fide executive, administrative, or professional capacity).

• Health & Welfare Benefits: A standard rate of $5.55 per hour is listed, with an alternative rate of $5.09 per hour for contracts also covered by Executive Order 13706 (Paid Sick Leave).
• Vacation: 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service, 3 weeks after 8 years, and 4 weeks after 20 years.
• Holidays: A minimum of eleven paid holidays per year are required.
• Hazardous Pay Differential: An 8% differential applies for high-hazard work with ordnance/explosives, and a 4% differential for low-hazard work.
• Uniform Allowance: Contractors must provide uniforms or reimburse employees for their cost and maintenance ($3.35 per week).
• Conformance Process: Procedures are outlined for establishing wage rates for occupations not listed in this determination, requiring a Standard Form 1444 (SF-1444).