INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: Troubleshoot and Repairs of Ajax TOCCO Induction Heat Machines

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking a contractor to troubleshoot and repair two Ajax TOCCO Induction Heat Machines (50kW and 150kW models) and provide comprehensive operator and maintenance training at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. The scope of work includes full operational testing of both machines, replacement of damaged hoses, and on-site training for four employees covering machine operation and maintenance procedures. Contractors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and meet all applicable security and compliance requirements. Evaluation will be based on technical acceptability, firm fixed pricing, and past performance. The deadline for quote submission is November 7, 2025 at 12:30 PM EST, with the contract period of performance running from December 1, 2025 to January 2, 2026.

This procurement is designated as "Other than Full and Open" competition, indicating a sole source or limited competition award. The contract applies NAICS code 811310 (Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance) with a size standard of $12.5 million, and work will be performed at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery, Maine. The solicitation requires three days of on-site training across both machine models, with operation and maintenance manuals to be provided as part of the deliverables, and all travel expenses must be included in the quoted price. Contractors must comply with strict Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements, including protocols for protecting Critical Information and Indicators, restrictions on portable electronic devices, and prohibitions on unauthorized photography or disclosure of shipyard-related work. Prevailing wage rates apply under the Service Contract Act, with rates determined by occupation classification in York County, Maine, ranging from approximately $16.54 to $71.36 per hour depending on the position.