Restore and upgrade the Secondary Propulsion Unit Rotary Deployment Mechanism (RDM)
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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, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, is seeking proposals for the restoration and upgrade of the Secondary Propulsion Unit Rotary Deployment Mechanism (RDM), including its Training Motor and Rotary Joint. This acquisition is issued as a Request for Quotation (RFQ) and is an unrestricted acquisition. The work will primarily occur at the Curtiss Wright (CW) Electro-Mechanical Division (EMD) repair facility in Cheswick, PA. Quotes are due by April 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for the refurbishment and upgrade of one (1) Rotational Deployment Mechanism (RDM), its associated Rotary Joint, and Hydraulic Training Motor. Key tasks include:
- Refurbishing and upgrading the RDM, Rotary Joint, and Training Motor according to specified procedures and references.
- Replacing specific mounting studs and nuts for the training motor.
- Performing in-shop testing of the RDM assembly.
- Documenting conditions related to seawater corrosion, wear, or contamination.
- Procuring specified long lead time materials.
- Providing objective quality evidence for all work performed and materials procured. The RDM assembly, including the Training Motor and Rotary Joint, will be Government Furnished Material (GFM).
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2027
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted Acquisition
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Shipbuilding and Repair and Maintenance and Conversion of Commercial and Government Vessels)
- Size Standard: 1300 Employees
- Place of Performance: Curtiss Wright (CW) Electro-Mechanical Division (EMD) repair facility, Cheswick, PA 15024.
- Deliverables: Includes Work Completion Certificates, Test/Inspection Reports, and Quality Assessment Reports (CDRLs). Documentation must be shipped with the RDM to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and mailed to SUBMEPP.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 17, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
- Submission Method: Email quotes to david.m.ham7.civ@us.navy.mil.
- Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA), considering technical acceptability (meeting specifications and documented capabilities) and price.
- Requirements: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. Quotes must include pricing and technical information (brochures, specifications). Offerors must submit a Government Property Management System Plan or confirmation letter.
Special Requirements & Notes
- Quality Assurance: Performance will be monitored via a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP) and QASP Matrix, detailing performance standards, Acceptable Quality Levels (AQLs), and surveillance methods (e.g., 100% inspection of OQE).
- Security: Contractors must comply with Portsmouth Naval Shipyard's Operations Security (OPSEC) contract requirements, including a Portable Electronic Device (PED) Policy and Critical Information and Indicator List (CIIL).
- Labor: The Service Contract Act (SCA) Wage Determination No. 2015-5791, Revision No. 30, applies, establishing minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for work performed in Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery counties, PA.