Maintenance and Repair of 33HS-64PB-78PB
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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 Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought notice for Maintenance and Repair of 33HS, 64PB, and 78PB vessels. This effort aims to identify industry capabilities for life cycle sustainment work on U.S. Navy vessels. Responses are due by March 3, 2026, at 12:00 PM PT.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves performing maintenance, repair, and preservation services for:
- Six (6) 33-foot Harbor Security Vessels (33HS): Including hull maintenance, anti-foulant paint system restoration, installation of interceptor guards, and battery switches.
- Six (6) 64-foot Patrol Boats (64PB): Including hull maintenance, anti-foulant paint system restoration, installation of hull zinc guards, restoration of jet paint systems, and replacement of warped engine room bulkheads.
- Three (3) 78-foot Patrol Boats (78PB): Primarily focusing on upgrading navigation electronics.
General requirements for all vessels include ship checks, fire safety, hotel services, work preparation, removals/reinstallation, moorings, transportation, haul-out/launch, blocking, preservation/painting, hardware replacement, cleanliness, welding, and performance demonstrations. The contractor will provide all materials, except for Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Services (GFS), ensuring compliance with quality and environmental standards.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a small business size standard of 1,300 employees.
- Period of Performance: Notional 12 months from contract award.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility for 33HS and 64PB vessels; U.S. Navy moorings at Naval Base Kitsap, Keyport Bangor (KB) Docks for 78PB vessels.
- Response Due: March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM PT.
- Published: February 23, 2026.
Set-Aside
Based on responses, this requirement may be set-aside for small business (in full or in part) or procured through full and open competition. All small business set-aside categories will be considered.
Submission Requirements
Interested companies should submit a notice of interest on company letterhead, including:
- Company name, contact information (name, phone, email).
- Brief company description and capabilities related to the requirements.
- Answers to specific questions regarding business size (small/large), satisfactory performance record (with recent examples), necessary organizational/technical capabilities, and intent to submit a proposal for a future solicitation.
Responses are limited to no more than 5 pages and should be emailed to the listed government contacts with "SWFPAC 33HS-64PB-78PB Sources Sought Response" in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This is for informational and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation. The government will not pay for response costs. Not responding does not preclude participation in future solicitations. Information provided will be treated as Business Sensitive or Confidential.