Randy S. Cummings Dry Dock Service
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), specifically the DEPT OF THE ARMY / W075 ENDIST SAN FRAN, is conducting a Sources Sought Notice for Dry Dock Service for the Randy S. Cummings Survey Vessel. This is for market research to identify interested parties, socioeconomic status, and capabilities for routine and planned maintenance, repair, and inspection services. Responses are due February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The required services, as detailed in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS), include non-personnel dry dock services for the USACE Survey Vessel RANDY S. CUMMINGS. Key services encompass:
- Dry docking and berthage activities.
- Cleaning, hull painting, and surface treatments.
- Inspections, replacement/upgrade installations.
- Removal of crane and associated systems, installation of ballast.
- Scheduled maintenance, cleaning, and repairs.
- Vessel modifications and addressing discovered repair needs. All work is to be performed at the Contractor's facilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Market Research Only)
- NAICS Code: 336611 – Ship Building and Repairing (Small Business Size Standard: 1,300 employees)
- Product Service Code: J019 – Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ships, Small Craft, Pontoons, And Floating Docks
- Anticipated Solicitation Date: February 17, 2026
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 8:00 PM PST
- Published: February 6, 2026
Evaluation
Responses will be used for information and planning purposes only to make an appropriate acquisition decision. This notice is not a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a commitment by the government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The government intends to use responses to determine potential small business participation and overall industry capability.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should provide an email expressing interest and capabilities to james.neal@usace.army.mil. The email must include:
- Point of Contact name, email address, and phone number.
- CAGE Code and UEI number.
- If a small business, state the specific category (e.g., 8(a), HUBZone, Veteran Owned Small Business, Woman Owned Small Business, SDVOSB).
A Draft PWS is attached for reference, outlining requirements such as Quality Control, Quality Assurance, E-Verify, Physical Security, and Key Personnel.