POST Hoist Platform – Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP)
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 Surface Warfare Center, Corona Division (NSWC Corona) is issuing a presolicitation for Fiber Reinforced Plastics (FRP) POST Hoist Platforms. This effort seeks to identify sources capable of providing FRP materials for the assembly of replacement POST and Hoist training platforms at NAS Pax River, Patuxent River, MD. Responses will inform the determination of a potential small business set-aside or full and open competition. Capability statements are due by March 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
NSWC Corona requires FRP prepared material to assemble replacement POST and Hoist training platforms. This involves the demolition and re-installation of a retrofitted Helicopter Hoist Trainer. The requirement includes specific part numbers and quantities for both Hoist and POST platforms, covering components such as control boxes, railings, stair parts, grating, internal reinforcements, and handrails. Adherence to Department of the Navy (DON) standards and Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) is required. Government-provided drawings (POST FRP 12-3-25 Distro.pdf and Hoist FRP 12-3-25 Distro.pdf) detail the specifications.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (seeking information for a potential Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract)
- Product/Service Code: 3950 - Winches, Hoists, Cranes, And Derricks
- Set-Aside: To be determined (responses will inform decision)
- Period of Performance: Delivery required prior to June 2, 2026
- Response Due: March 12, 2026, 8:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 25, 2026
Submission Instructions
Interested parties capable of providing the required items must submit a Capability Statement via email to ashley.m.briseno.civ@us.navy.mil by the response deadline. The Capability Statement should include all information specified in the attached draft Purchase Description.
Additional Notes
This is a presolicitation for market research purposes only and does not constitute a request for quote. The Government assumes no financial responsibility for costs incurred in responding. Telephone inquiries will not be accepted, and no feedback will be provided.