Marine Chemist Services
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 Regional Maintenance Center at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice for Marine Chemist Services. The work involves gas-free certification of barge confined spaces at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard or Naval Base Kitsap. Responses are requested by March 9, 2026, at 2:00 PM PT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is to provide Marine Chemist services to gas free and certify all barge confined spaces safe for entry. This includes coordinating with the Contracting Officer and servicing specific barges such as Beluga, Edgecumbe, and Barge 40. The contractor will be responsible for providing all necessary personnel, equipment, supplies, and services. A National Fire Protection Association certified Marine Chemist is required, and training certifications must be provided. Contractor personnel must also comply with Badging and Access Requirements, including obtaining a Green Badge.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 541380 (Small business standard: $19 million or less)
- Period of Performance: Estimated five-year ordering period, commencing Spring/Summer 2026.
- Place of Performance: Puget Sound Naval Shipyard or Naval Base Kitsap, Bremerton, WA.
- Response Due: March 9, 2026, 2:00 PM PT.
- Published: March 2, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine industry capability).
Submission Requirements
Interested companies must submit a notice of interest on company letterhead, including a point of contact (name, phone, mailing, email). The submission should include a brief description of the company and its capabilities related to the requirements, and answers to four specific questions:
- Company size (small/large) under NAICS 541380.
- Satisfactory performance record with relevant, recent examples (within three years).
- Possession of necessary organization, experience, controls, and technical skills.
- Intent to submit a proposal for the anticipated solicitation. Responses are limited to no more than 5 pages and should be emailed to the listed Government contacts with "Marine Chemist Source Sought Response" in the subject line.
Additional Notes
This is solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Quote or a promise to issue one. The Government is not seeking proposals at this time and will not pay for any costs incurred in responding. Not responding does not preclude participation in any future solicitation. Information provided will be treated as Business Sensitive or Confidential.