IX527 and IX528 BARGE PRESERVATION, INSPECTION, REPAIR, AND MAINTENANCE (PIRM) SUPPORT SERVICES

* Update - 15 July 2025 *

A draft Request for Proposals (RFP), six section J attachments, and CDRLs A001-A016 have been added under attachments.

* Update - 8 July 2025 * 

The registration deadline to attend the SEAFAC Barges IX-527 & IX-528 Tour and Industry Day has been extended to 4:00 PM EST 15 JULY 2025. 

*Update – 13 June 2025 *

To access the drawings and other technical documents, prospective offerors MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil AND james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “Barge Overhaul Drawings”) and include full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID, company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number.

Prospective offerors MUST have an active certification via the Joint Certification Program (JCP). To check status of a certification or to apply for the certification, prospective offerors should use the following link:

https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

JCP Portal access pre-submission requirements:

• Must be a United States or Canadian entity
• Complete National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) assessment and uploaded in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)
• System for Award Management (SAM) registration is updated and correct
• Review and complete the Introduction to Proper Handling Training
• If applicable, provide your organization’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Registration Letter, Export Control License, and valid up-to-date Proof of Business *(proof of business documentation needs to be within 12 months of the date of the application)
• Google Authenticator application used for two factor authentication

Once a prospective offeror has an approved JCP certification, the drawings and other technical documents can be requested via email. The prospective offeror must provide an email address where a secure email will be sent via the DoD SAFE system.  

*Update 11 June 2025*

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE

A second site visit is planned for 22 July 2025 at SEAFAC.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort. Drawings of the Barges and other technical information will be provided to prospective offerors. To access the drawings, prospective offerors must have an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. Detailed instructions can be found at:

https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

WHEN & WHERE:  Tuesday, 22 July 2025.  Check in at 08:30am AKDT at “Knudson Cove”.

ADDRESS: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 08:40 am AKDT (20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:45 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  04:00 PM EST 15 July, 2025.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil AND james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements.

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached.

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered. 

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil and james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil.

* Update 6 June 2025 - Post Industry Day - Questions and Answers *

The post Industry Day Q&A has been added under attachments. 

Updated 28 April 2025 - Updated Form DD-5512 (Version April 2025) Added 

 UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY  -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

*Update – 13 June 2025 *

To access the drawings and other technical documents, prospective offerors MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil AND james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “Barge Overhaul Drawings”) and include full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID, company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number.

Prospective offerors MUST have an active certification via the Joint Certification Program (JCP). To check status of a certification or to apply for the certification, prospective offerors should use the following link:

https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

JCP Portal access pre-submission requirements:

• Must be a United States or Canadian entity
• Complete National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) assessment and uploaded in the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS)
• System for Award Management (SAM) registration is updated and correct
• Review and complete the Introduction to Proper Handling Training
• If applicable, provide your organization’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls Registration Letter, Export Control License, and valid up-to-date Proof of Business *(proof of business documentation needs to be within 12 months of the date of the application)
• Google Authenticator application used for two factor authentication

Once a prospective offeror has an approved JCP certification, the drawings and other technical documents can be requested via email. The prospective offeror must provide an email address where a secure email will be sent via the DoD SAFE system.  

*Update 11 June 2025*

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE

A second site visit is planned for 22 July 2025 at SEAFAC.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort. Drawings of the Barges and other technical information will be provided to prospective offerors. To access the drawings, prospective offerors must have an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. Detailed instructions can be found at:

https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

WHEN & WHERE:  Tuesday, 22 July 2025.  Check in at 08:30am AKDT at “Knudson Cove”.

ADDRESS: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 08:40 am AKDT (20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:45 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  03:00 pm EST 8 July, 2025.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil AND james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements.

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached.

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered. 

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil and james.m.mcgarvey.civ@us.navy.mil.

* Update 6 June 2025 - Post Industry Day - Questions and Answers *

The post Industry Day Q&A has been added under attachments. 

Updated 28 April 2025 - Updated Form DD-5512 (Version April 2025) Added 

 UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY  -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

*Update 11 June 2025*

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE

A second site visit is planned for 22 July 2025 at SEAFAC.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort. Drawings of the Barges and other technical information will be provided to prospective offerors. To access the drawings, prospective offerors must have an active Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification. Detailed instructions can be found at:

https://www.dla.mil/Logistics-Operations/Services/JCP/

WHEN & WHERE:  Tuesday, 22 July 2025.  Check in at 08:30am AKDT at “Knudson Cove”.

ADDRESS: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 08:40 am AKDT (20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:45 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  03:00 pm EST 8 July, 2025.

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements.

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached.

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered. 

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

* Update 6 June 2025 - Post Industry Day - Questions and Answers *

The post Industry Day Q&A has been added under attachments. 

Updated 28 April 2025 - Updated Form DD-5512 (Version April 2025) Added 

 UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY  -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

* Update 6 June 2025 - Post Industry Day - Questions and Answers *

The post Industry Day Q&A has been added under attachments. 

Updated 28 April 2025 - Updated Form DD-5512 (Version April 2025) Added 

 UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY  -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

* Updated 28 April 2025 - Updated Form DD-5512 (Version April 2025) Added * 

 UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY  -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

* UPDATED 24 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY * -  Agenda Information Added 

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 08:50am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:00 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 1:30 pm AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

UPDATED 21 APRIL 2025 - INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC INDUSTRY DAY

SEAFAC BARGES IX527 & IX528 TOUR AND INDUSTRY DAY CONFERENCE INSTRUCTIONS

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) invites all interested vendors to attend a Barge tour and Industry Day in preparation for the solicitation of the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) IX527 & IX528 Barge Preservation, Inspection, Repair, and Maintenance (PIRM) Support Services. The barge tours are intended to give prospective offerors the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the support requirements and to provide them with a presentation of the technical and acquisition details related to this effort.  A draft SOW is attached to this notice for reference.

WHEN & WHERE:  Wednesday, 7 May 2025.  Check in at 09:00am AKDT at “Knudson Cove” Address: 407 Knudson Cove Rd Ketchikan, AK 99901 (Map Attached to this announcement). Attendees should arrive ten minutes prior to check in.

The boat is scheduled to leave Knudson Cove at 09:10 am AKDT (approximately 20 minute boat ride to the base at Back Island, Alaska).  The boat will return to Knudson Cove and depart at approximately 3:30 AKDT at the conclusion of Industry Day activities. 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  01:00 pm EST Tuesday April 29th, 2025

REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS:  Prospective attendees MUST email alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil (Email Subject Line: “SEAFAC Industry Day”) with the attendee’s full name as it appears on a Government-issued picture ID.  Additionally, attendees must list their company name, CAGE code, physical address, email address, and phone number. In addition, prospective attendees MUST indicate if they do not have a CAC and therefore need to complete Form DD-5512 for base access. Companies are limited to three (3) attendees each. Attendees must be United States Citizens.  Authorized ID's for base access include a (1) a CAC, or (2) Both a Driver's License & Birth Certificate, or (3) A Passport or Passport Card.

NOTE: Most state issued realID equivalents do not meet Federal requirements. 

If the attendee can show a CAC on the day of the event, no other ID or request form is needed for base access.  For attendees who will not be able to show a CAC, the Government will need form DD-5512 filled out and submitted for that attendee by the registration deadline in addition to an authorized ID which must be presented on the day of the conference. Form DD-5512 instructions are attached. 

Prospective attendees must provide an email address where a secure link will be sent via DoD SAFE. Prospective attendees will receive an automated email with instructions for uploading the Form DD-5512. When completed, Form DD-5512 will contain Personally Identifiable Information (PII). Please DO NOT send the completed Form DD-5512 via email.

ID’s will be checked prior to boarding the boat to Back Island.  Failure to comply with the registration instructions above will result in denial of base access.  Closed toe shoes are required.  No cameras or recording devices will be allowed on the tour.  A phone/device check-in will be available on site.  No food or drink will be provided/available. 

The barge tours and Industry Day will be comprised of a technical and acquisition related presentation, followed by a guided tour of barges IX527 & IX528.  Questions related to any element of the information presented will only be accepted in writing and answers will be posted publicly after the completion of Industry Day.  

Attendance at Industry Day is NOT a requirement and in no way prohibits any company from submitting a proposal in response to any forthcoming solicitation. The Government intends to post the presentation slides from the meeting as well as all documented questions and answers to SAM.gov.  Due to location constraints, virtual attendance will not be an offered.  

QUESTIONS:  Please direct any questions, via email to alexander.c.lambis.civ@us.navy.mil

Sources Sought

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Government has received requests for pictures of the barges via email. We do not have publicly releasable detailed pictures at this time. A high level picture of both barges can be found at the following link: 

https://www.navsea.navy.mil/Home/Warfare-Centers/NSWC-Carderock/Who-We-Are/Ketchikan-Alaska/ 

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.

Please note the Place of Performance Location includes Seattle, Washington, AND surrounding areas.

The Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) has a requirement for preservation, inspection, repair, and maintenance services for the Southeast Alaska Acoustic Measurement Facility (SEAFAC) Static Site IX-527 and IX-528 Barges located in Back Island, near Ketchikan, Alaska. This requirement will include towing these barges to the contractor facility in order to commence the work. NSWCCD intends to award an Indefinite Quantity/Idefinite Delivery (IDIQ) contract to overhaul both barges. The IX-527 barge will be included in the first task order (TO), awarded at the time of the IDIQ.

Market Research is being conducted to determine all potential socio-economic small businesses and large businesses interested in, and capable of, providing the support services identified herein. The Draft SOW for IX-527 is being provided to solicit comments and questions from potential offerors and will remain posted until 1 April 2025.

The attached Market Research Questionnaire is intended to assist the Government in determining the probability of large or small business prime contractors responding to a future Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide the required services.