Ultrasonic Testing and Report for Dry Dock Caisson
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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, Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC), is seeking Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and a comprehensive report for the Graving Dock Caisson at Naval Base, San Diego, CA. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity, issued as a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ N5523626Q0020). The primary NAICS code is 541330 – Engineering Services. Quotes are due by February 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM (Pacific).
Scope of Work
The contractor will perform ultrasonic testing on the entire hull, top deck, machinery deck, internal strength decks, bulkheads, and buoyancy chambers of the Caisson. Measurements will be taken on an 8-foot on-center grid for hull plating and 6-foot on-center for internal structural members. Testing will be conducted through existing paint, without disturbing the coating system. The scope includes:
- Performing UT on various Caisson components.
- Preparing a detailed UT inspection report documenting test locations, measured thicknesses, and estimated material loss.
- Providing all necessary Architect-Engineer (A-E) Services.
Period & Place of Performance
- Period: February 19, 2026, to June 1, 2026.
- Location: U.S. Navy San Diego Graving Dock, Southwest Regional Maintenance Center, San Diego, CA.
Special Requirements
- Coordination with subconsultants for UT.
- Dewatering of three ballast tanks (Main Ballast Tank, Trim Tank C, Trim Tank D) one at a time, with SWRMC providing 24-hour notice for tank filling/dewatering.
- Work in confined spaces, requiring appropriate safety measures and fall protection.
- Submission of a Safety Plan/Accident Prevention Plan (APP) and an "A-E Site Visit Request" for approval prior to each field investigation.
- NBSD Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) procurement for entry.
- Survey of measurements inside Caisson Ballast Tanks must be completed by March 16, 2026.
- Final UT Survey Report due by June 1, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business.
- NAICS: 541330 – Engineering Services.
- Questions Due: January 29, 2026, 11:00 AM (Pacific).
- Quotes Due: February 3, 2026, 11:00 AM (Pacific).
- Published Date: January 27, 2026.
Evaluation Factors
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose quote is most advantageous to the Government, based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Factors include:
- Technical Acceptability: Ability to meet the required delivery date and SOW minimum requirements.
- Price: Reasonableness in accordance with FAR 13.106-3(a)(1).
- Past Performance: Recency and relevancy, considering the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS).
Additional Notes
Site visits are highly encouraged and available upon request; contact Raymond Skillman (619-251-0528) or Jeffrey Weber (619-507-8019) for confirmation. An amendment clarified that bidders can request Caisson drawings by emailing Edward Dean (Edward.b.dean5.civ@us.navy.mil) and Suzanne Shin (Suzanne.j.shin.civ@us.navy.mil). Offerors must complete FAR 52.212-3 representations and certifications, preferably via SAM.gov.