Dredge McFarland Firefighting System Recertification
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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Timeline
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Philadelphia District (NAP), has issued a Pre-solicitation Notice for a firm fixed-price (FFP) service contract for Firefighting System Recertification on the Dredge McFarland in Philadelphia, PA. This notice indicates an upcoming Request for Quote (RFQ) for this critical maintenance.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for inspecting, testing, and certifying the entire firefighting system onboard the Dredge McFarland. This includes the fixed, semi-portable, and independent CO2 systems; all portable fire extinguishers; the Ansul fire suppression system in the galley; and the fixed CO2 system on the Launch. This recertification is essential for the vessel's USCG Certificate of Inspection renewal.
Contractor Requirements
- Must be Kidde factory certified and capable of servicing and providing new or factory-rebuilt Kidde components.
- Must be USCG-approved for inspecting, testing, and certifying firefighting systems on inspected marine vessels.
- Required certificates must be submitted with the bid.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation Notice (for an upcoming Firm Fixed-Price service contract via RFQ)
- Set-Aside: Not specified
- RFQ Expected Release: On or about May 1, 2026
- Expected Response Due: May 11, 2026 (for the future RFQ)
- Published: April 30, 2026
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice for planning and information purposes only and is not a solicitation. The Government will not pay for efforts expended in responding to this notice. The solicitation (W912BU26QA030) is expected to be sent directly to three or more verified vendors. For communication, contact Noelle Griest at noelle.c.griest@usace.army.mil.