Induction Mast Standpipe Thermal Spray Repair Services
Overview
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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 the PUGET SOUND NAVAL SHIPYARD IMF, is seeking commercial thermal spray repair services for the Induction Mast Standpipe of the SSBN 737 USS Kentucky. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, with proposals due by May 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM Pacific Time (PT).
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide thermal spray surface deposition repair services to restore the outer surface of the Induction Mast Standpipe, which has experienced wear and corrosion. Key tasks include:
- Pre-machining the repair area to specific dimensions.
- Applying INCONEL 625 (or METCO 444) thermal spray coating.
- Final machining the repaired area to specified dimensions and applying sealant.
- Ensuring the Standpipe is clean and free of industrial residue before return shipping.
- Protecting the Standpipe from physical damage and avoiding permanent markings.
All work must be performed by NAVSEA certified thermal spray entities with certified deposition processes and facilities. The contractor is responsible for providing all personnel, facilities, equipment, supplies, and materials. The Government will ship the Standpipe to the contractor, and the contractor will be responsible for return shipping.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Firm-Fixed Price service type contract.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 332812 (600 Employees).
- Period of Performance: Begins at award, with a Required Delivery Date of July 31, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's Facility (CONUS).
- Government Furnished Property (GFP): The 737ERP Induction Mast Standpipe (NSN: 204001101586, Part Number: 4675662-0002) will be provided as GFP.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quote Submission Deadline: May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM PT.
- Request for Clarification Deadline: May 12, 2026, 12:00 PM PT.
- Submission Method: Email quotes to katherine.e.lauer.civ@us.navy.mil and edwin.m.baldoria.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Evaluation Criteria (FAR Provision 52.212-2): Award will be based on the lowest priced quote meeting acceptability standards, considering:
- Technical Factor 1: Thermal Spray Qualification Data.
- Technical Factor 2: Property Management Plan.
- Technical Factor 3: Small Business Representation.
- Past Performance Evaluation.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- NAVSEA Certification: Thermal spray facilities and processes must be previously NAVSEA certified.
- Reporting: Weekly progress reports (if Standpipe at facility >3 days), Conditions Found Report (CDRL A001), and Thermal Spray Record Form (CDRL A002).
- Drawings/References: Request via email to specified contacts, subject line: "N4523A26Q0808 Induction Standpipe Thermal Spray Drawings & References Request". Documents delivered via DoD SAFE.
- Delivery to TRFB: Carrier drivers require documented US citizenship or pre-issued NBK-Bangor/TRFB badging. Deliveries Monday-Friday, 07:00-15:30.