NWW HQ Boat Maintenance

The US Army Corps of Engineers, Walla Walla District is seeking boat maintenance services for two government vessels, a 1995 23' Workskiff and a 2025 22' Koffler Landing Craft, along with their respective trailers. This pre-solicitation notice is a sources sought announcement designed to identify businesses capable of performing comprehensive maintenance and inspection services. The required maintenance includes biannual inspections in December and June, covering hull integrity, electrical systems, engine maintenance, and in-water testing. Interested firms must respond by February 14, 2025, by emailing specific information to Kristin Kreutzer, including their business name, contact information, business size, Unique Entity Identifier, and ability to meet delivery dates. Respondents will be evaluated on their capability to perform the detailed scope of work, which requires the contractor to provide their own facility and transport the vessels to and from Walla Walla, Washington.

The contract is set aside for total small businesses under the NAICS category 811490 for Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance. The maintenance services will require the contractor to use OEM or equivalent materials, perform electrical repairs, service engines, replace components, and conduct thorough trailer inspections including lights, structural components, and mechanical elements. While no specific award value is mentioned, the scope of work indicates a requirement for specialized marine maintenance capabilities. The contract stipulates that both vessels cannot be serviced concurrently, which may impact the contractor's logistics and scheduling. The procurement will follow standard federal contracting protocols, with the primary objective of maintaining the operational readiness of the US Army Corps of Engineers' marine assets in the Walla Walla District.