Sourcs Sought-PSB GAETA.pdf

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Sources Sought for Port Security Barrier (PSB) Operations in Gaeta, Italy
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This is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued by the Department of the Navy for market research and identification of qualified vendors to provide Port Security Barrier (PSB) Operations in Gaeta, Italy. The solicitation is not a binding commitment and does not constitute an RFP, RFQ, or promise of future contract award. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any costs associated with submitting capability statements.

The Department of the Navy seeks comprehensive PSB operations at the port in Gaeta, Italy, with core requirements including: provision of all necessary equipment, including a fully licensed, registered, and capable tugboat/vessel for PSB gate operations; 24/7 on-call availability; a strict one-hour response time for PSB gate operations; development and maintenance of comprehensive scheduling, safety, and quality control plans; and detailed operational reporting to the designated Government representative. Interested vendors must submit a capability statement (maximum 10 pages) by May 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central European Time via email to terry.l.herbert3.civ@us.navy.mil with the subject line "Response to Sources Sought - PSB Operations Gaeta - [Company Name]." The capability statement must include company profile information (name, address, point of contact, CAGE Code, and UEI), business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS code 488330, relevant past performance in maritime/tugboat/port security operations within the last three years (including contract numbers, locations, and descriptions), and a narrative confirming operational capability to meet all stated requirements in Gaeta, Italy. The Reference Number is 20260003671, the PSC code is V121, and the NAICS code is 488330. Telephone inquiries are not accepted; all questions must be submitted in writing to the email address provided.

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SOURCES SOUGHT SYNOPSIS

General Information

Document Type: Sources Sought

Reference Number: 20260003671

Response Date: May 10, 2026, 2:00PM Central European Time (CET)

Classification Code (PSC): V121 - Harbor/Port/Waterfront Ship Servicing & Husbanding

NAICS Code: 488330 - Navigational Services to Shipping

Place of Performance: Gaeta, Italy

1.0 Description & Purpose

This is a Sources Sought Synopsis issued for conducting market research and identifying potential sources capable of performing Port Security Barrier (PSB) Operations in Gaeta, Italy.

This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), or a promise to issue a solicitation in the future. The Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this notice.

All costs associated with responding to this notice will be solely at the interested party’s expense.

2.0 Background & Scope of Work

The Department of the Navy is seeking capability statements from qualified vendors to provide comprehensive PSB operations at the port in Gaeta, Italy. The core requirements include, but are not limited to:

Providing all necessary equipment, including a fully licensed, registered, and capable tugboat/vessel to safely tow and operate the PSB gates for vessel access.

Maintaining 24/7 on-call availability to support harbor operations.

Meeting a strict one (1) hour response time when called upon for PSB gate operations.

Developing, implementing, and maintaining comprehensive scheduling, safety, and quality control plans.

Providing detailed operational reporting to the designated Government representative.

3.0 Capability Statement Requirements

Interested and capable parties are requested to submit a Capability Statement (no more than 10 pages).

The submission must clearly demonstrate the company's ability to perform the services described above and should include the following information:

1. Company Profile:

Company Name and Address

Point of Contact (Name, Title, Phone Number, and Email Address)

CAGE Code and Unique Entity ID (UEI)

2. Business Size & Status:

Identify business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS code 488330 (e.g., Large Business, Small Business, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, etc.).

3. Relevant Experience:

A brief summary of past performance providing similar maritime, tugboat, or port security operations within the last three (3) years. Include contract numbers, locations (especially overseas/European experience), and a brief description of the work performed.

4. Operational Capability:

A brief narrative confirming the ability to operate in Gaeta, Italy, secure the appropriate registered tugboat/vessels, and comply with the strict 24/7 availability and 1-hour response time requirements.

4.0 Submission Instructions

Responses to this Sources Sought must be submitted electronically via email to terry.l.herbert3.civ@us.navy.mil no later than 2:00 PM CET on 10 May 2026. The subject line of the email should read: "Response to Sources Sought - PSB Operations Gaeta - [Company Name]".

Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. All questions regarding this notice must be submitted in writing to the email address above.

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