Pole Cap Cadmium Plating

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation (Request for Quotation - RFQ) for commercial products or services for Cadmium Pole Cap Plating. The acquisition is a Total Small Business Set Aside.

• Removal of cadmium plating from 24 Main Pole Caps.

• Machining the bottom side of the pole caps to be flat within .005".

• Re-plating each pole cap per ASTM-B-633 Type VI Class 3.

• Ensuring pole cap thickness is not machined below .595".

• Return of unused or unacceptable materials to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

• Phased delivery of completed pole caps as crates are filled.

• Period of Performance: March 26, 2026 – March 25, 2029 (includes option years).

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Kittery, Maine.

• The solicitation includes options for increased quantities.

• Response Deadline: February 26, 2026.

• Offers shall be submitted via email.

• Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov.

• Quotes must include published commercial labor rates and a breakdown of total prices for justification.

• Award will be made to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer.

• Evaluation factors: Technical Capability and Price.

• Total Small Business Set Aside.

• NAICS Code: 332813 (Electroplating, Plating, Anodizing, and Coloring).

• Size Standard: 500 Employees.

• Government will ship the Main Pole Caps to the Contractor's location.

• Custom crates provided by the government must be used for return shipment.

• The solicitation incorporates FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2025-06 and DFARS Change Notice 2025-1110.

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Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work details the requirements for the machining and re-plating of 24 Main Pole Caps.

• The contractor will receive 24 Main Pole Caps made of low carbon steel, originally plated with cadmium, with each cap weighing 17.8 pounds.

• The contractor shall remove the existing cadmium plating.

• The contractor shall machine the bottom side of each pole cap flat within .005" tolerance.

• The contractor shall re-plate each pole cap per ASTM-B-633 Type VI Class 3.

• The pole cap thickness must not be machined to less than a minimum thickness of .595".

• All unused or unacceptable materials must be returned to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

• The work will be performed at the Contractor's location.

• Portsmouth Naval Shipyard will ship the Main Pole Caps to the Contractor.

• The custom crates used for shipping the pole caps shall be used to ship the completed pole caps back to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

• The Contractor shall return the crate with plated pole caps once it is full, regardless of whether all 24 caps are complete.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a technical drawing (DWG) for a "Main Pole Cap REV 1". It provides detailed specifications for the fabrication of this component.

• Material: Low carbon steel, structural plate, ASTM A36.
• Finishing: Zinc plated per ASTM-B-633, Type VI, Class 3.
• Dimensions: The drawing includes various dimensions for the overall shape, hole placements (e.g., 2X Ø 13/16, 3X Ø 11/32 9/16), and edge distances.
• Tolerances: General tolerances are specified for dimensions (e.g., 2 PL ±0.02, 3 PL ±0.005) and angles (±0.5°).

This drawing is critical for bidders to understand the exact physical specifications and material requirements for the "Main Pole Cap REV 1". It will be necessary for accurate cost estimation, material procurement, and manufacturing if this component is part of the awarded contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Operations Security (OPSEC) contract requirements for contractors at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard (PNSY). It details what OPSEC is, the purpose of an OPSEC Plan, and the contractor's responsibilities regarding sensitive information. It also includes a Portable Electronic Device (PED) Policy and a list of Critical Information and Indicators (CII) with corresponding countermeasures.

• OPSEC Definition: Protection of sensitive information from adversaries.
• OPSEC Plan Requirement: Contractors may be required to submit an OPSEC Plan, signed by the Prime Contractor, depending on the work being performed. The need for a plan is determined by the installation.
• Contractor Responsibilities: Contractors must protect U.S. Government CII and sensitive information from unauthorized disclosure. This includes prohibiting publicizing information on websites, social media, or through media requests without authorization.
• Consequences of Compromise: Disclosure of CII can lead to removal from the contract, criminal prosecution, and civil penalties.
• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): Contractors must protect CUI and report any attempts by unauthorized parties to obtain it.
• Portable Electronic Device (PED) Policy: Outlines controls and approval requirements for PEDs used at the shipyard.
• Critical Information and Indicators (CII) List: Identifies types of information that are sensitive and should not be disclosed, such as PII, work schedules, equipment capabilities, and critical infrastructure details. It also lists countermeasures, including not posting sensitive information online, shredding documents, and reporting unauthorized disclosures.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the security and information protection requirements that will be imposed during contract performance. It highlights the importance of OPSEC and the specific types of information that must be protected, as well as the policies regarding electronic devices and information dissemination. Failure to comply can have severe consequences, including contract termination and legal penalties. Bidders should review this document to assess their ability to meet these stringent requirements.