Request for Information: Plural Component Spray Systems
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 Department of the Navy / MSCHQ NORFOLK has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Shipyard Plural-Component Coating Application Capabilities. This RFI is for market research to gauge the experience, capabilities, and technical proficiency of shipyards in plural component spray systems. Responses are due by May 13, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. EDT.
Scope of Information Requested
Interested shipyards are requested to provide detailed responses to four key questions:
- Past Performance: Summary of successful plural-component coating applications on Department of War (DoW), Department of Defense (DoD), or large-scale commercial vessels within the preceding 36 months.
- Coating Manufacturer Experience: Identification of specific coating manufacturers and product lines (e.g., Sherwin-Williams, PPG, International) for which the facility has extensive application experience, including any certifications or preferred applicator status.
- Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) Protocols: Definition of QA/QC protocols for continuous verification, monitoring, and formal documentation of volumetric mix ratios and fluid temperatures throughout the application lifecycle.
- Applicator Training and Qualifications: Details on documented, formal training (e.g., Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) equipment training) for operating and troubleshooting plural-component spray systems, including curriculum, refresher frequency, number of certified applicators, and how training records are maintained and verified.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 13, 2026, 4:30 p.m. EDT
- Published: April 29, 2026
Purpose and Disclaimer
This RFI is solely for market research purposes; no contract will be awarded from this notice. There is no solicitation, specification, or drawing available at this time. Submissions are not a prerequisite for any potential future offerings but will assist the Government in assessing shipyard capabilities. The Government is not obligated to pay for any information received.