Coolant Maintenance

SOL #: N4215826900F0023Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

Dept Of Defense
Dept Of The Navy
NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD GF
PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23709-1001, United States

Place of Performance

Portsmouth, VA

NAICS

Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (811310)

PSC

Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Chemicals And Chemical Products (J068)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

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Posted
Feb 3, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Feb 6, 2026, 2:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons
  • NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
  • Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
  • Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
  • Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Navy, specifically Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), is conducting market research to identify qualified sources for the continual maintenance of machine coolant. This is a Sources Sought notice to support future procurement planning for services at NNSY in Portsmouth, VA. Responses are due February 6, 2026.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide all technicians, equipment, tools, and materials required for on-site coolant maintenance for machinery listed in the shipyard's inventory. Key tasks include:

  • Monitoring & Maintenance: Weekly level and concentration checks using refractometers and bi-weekly sampling for laboratory analysis.
  • Inventory Management: Providing and owning all coolant inventory (HOCUT 795 or equivalent) and related products.
  • Operational Support: Coolant cleaning for newly added machines and bi-weekly circulation for low-usage equipment.
  • Waste Management: Handling and managing all waste liquids and materials generated during service, requiring personnel trained as Environmental Coordinators (ECs).
  • Safety & Security: Adherence to NNSY Controlled Industrial Area (CIA) security requirements, including SECNAV 5512 and DBIDS badging.

Contract & Timeline

  • Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
  • Anticipated Contract: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
  • Duration: One 12-month base year plus four 12-month option years (potential total of 60+ months).
  • Set-Aside: None specified (Market Research stage).
  • Response Due: February 6, 2026, @ 9:00 AM EST.
  • Published: February 3, 2026.

Submission Requirements

Interested parties must submit a Capabilities Statement (maximum 10 pages) in PDF format. Submissions must include company details (CAGE/DUNS), socioeconomic status, past performance on similar efforts, and an explanation of the firm's ability to perform 100% of the required tasks without duplicating PWS language.

Additional Notes

This notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ). The government will not compensate for information provided.

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