Porta John Service-Norfolk Naval Shipyard
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 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), specifically Norfolk Naval Shipbuilding (NNSY), is conducting market research to identify qualified small businesses capable of providing six (6) self-contained walk-in refrigerated boxes for food and medicine storage. This is a Sources Sought notice to determine the availability of potential sources for a tentative requirement. Responses are due February 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the rental, delivery, and maintenance of six electric, self-contained refrigerated units. Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: Minimum 8' wide x 8' high x 40' long.
- Performance: Maintain temperatures between -3°F and 42°F for 24/7 operation.
- Durability: Units must be hurricane-proof (110 MPH winds) and water-resistant.
- Technical: Specific electrical requirements (200 amps or less, 600V, 40A camlok) and overhead lifting attachments.
- Maintenance: On-call repair service within 12 hours and component replacement within 16 hours if unrepairable.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Anticipated Firm Fixed Price (FFP) requirements contract.
- Duration: May 12, 2026 – March 26, 2027, with options for two (2) six-month extensions.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Response Due: February 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST.
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA (Norfolk Naval Shipyard).
Submission Requirements
Interested firms must submit an executive summary (maximum 3 pages) detailing:
- Company information (DUNS/UEI, size, and classification).
- Technical competencies and organizational experience relative to the task areas.
- Relevant corporate experience from the past five years (including 2 references).
- Capability to meet the specific requirements of the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Additional Notes
This notice is for planning purposes only. No Request for Quotation (RFQ) currently exists. Do not submit pricing information at this stage.