Shipyard Service Contract for Research Vessel
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Southeast Fishery Science Center (SEFSC), is soliciting proposals for a Firm-Fixed Price Shipyard Service Contract for modifications to the Research Vessel (R/V) Gladys Reese. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due by February 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The contract requires comprehensive shipyard services for the R/V Gladys Reese, including but not limited to:
- Deckhouse Installation (WI-01)
- Aft Deck Modifications (WI-02)
- Mission Installations (WI-03)
- Life Raft Cradle Modifications (WI-07)
- Anchor Chute Modification (WI-08)
- Painting (WI-09) Work must be performed at a shipyard facility located within 50 miles of the NOAA Dock Facility in Pascagoula, MS. Detailed specifications are available via a provided Google Drive link.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Not to exceed five (5) months from contract award. No option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a 1,300-employee size standard.
- Funding: Award is subject to the availability of funds, though a meaningful scope of work is intended.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposals Due: February 5, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern Time.
- Submission Method: Email to AMANDA.ROSSITER@NOAA.GOV.
- Required Submissions: Include a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items. Utilize Attachment No. 1 for subcontractors, Attachment No. 2 for qualified welders, and ensure Past Performance Questionnaires (Attachment No. 3) are submitted by the deadline. Incorporate wage rates from Attachment No. 4.
- Evaluation Factors: Technical Approach, Relevant Experience, Past Performance, and Price. Price will be evaluated for completeness and reasonableness but not scored.
Key Dates & Contacts
- Questions Due: January 29, 2026, by 2:00 PM Eastern Time (email to AMANDA.ROSSITER@NOAA.GOV).
- Site Visit: A site visit is scheduled; contact Jeff Gearhart at jeff.gearhart@noaa.gov to arrange.
- Primary Contact: Amanda Rossiter, AMANDA.ROSSITER@NOAA.GOV.
Important Notes
Amendment 0001 revised the Statement of Need, added reference documents to the Google Drive, removed FAR clause 52.232-18, and updated FAR 52.212-5. FAR 52.225-1 (Buy American-Supplies) is applicable.