Retractable Bow Planes Extend Retract Piston Rods
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 Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) has issued a Special Notice indicating its intent to award a sole-source firm fixed-price contract to A & A Coating. This contract is for the maintenance of retractable bow plane extend/extract piston rods. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes; however, interested parties may submit capability statements. Responses are due by April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM PST.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves:
- Cleaning, blasting, and recoating of retractable bow plane extend/extract piston rods.
- Machining and new application of ceramic coating to retractable bow plane extend/extract piston rods.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm Fixed-Price (Sole-Source Intent)
- Period of Performance: April 2026 to May 2026
- Place of Performance: PSNS & IMF, Bremerton, WA, United States
- Product/Service Code: J020 (Maintenance, Repair And Rebuilding Of Equipment: Ship And Marine Equipment)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM PST
- Published: April 10, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
This is not a request for competitive quotes. Interested parties may identify their interest and capabilities by submitting clear and convincing documentation demonstrating their ability to satisfy the requirements. The Government will use responses solely to determine if a competitive procurement is feasible. A determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion. PSNS & IMF will not be responsible for any costs incurred by respondents.
Additional Notes
- All responses must be written and submitted via email only.
- Email subject line must be:
RESPONSE TO ITENT TO SOLE SOURCE FOR N4523A26R0811. - Any prospective contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.
- Contact: Gabrielle Guerrero, Contract Specialist, at gabrielle.m.guerrero3.civ@us.navy.mil.