Research Vessel Sailfin Sandblast, Paint

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration seeks sandblasting and repainting services for the R/V Sailfin, a 38-foot aluminum research vessel, with quotes due September 3, 2026 at 4:00 PM Eastern Time. This is a Women-Owned Small Business 100% set-aside, firm-fixed-price procurement. Questions are due August 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM Eastern Time.

Place of performance is Hammond, Warrenton, Oregon, with all work to be completed within 200 miles of Astoria, Oregon and by March 1, 2027. NOAA Fisheries Point Adams Research Station in Hammond, Oregon is the acceptance point.

Work includes wet or dry sandblasting of the hull to remove existing bottom paint and primer, profiling metal above the boot top, sandblasting the deck for non-skid installation, and applying three coats of Amercoat 235 primer (alternating grey-black-grey, final thickness 4.0–8.0 mils) and two coats of Pettit Hydrocoat ECO Black antifouling paint (final thickness 2.0–3.0 mils) per manufacturer specifications. The contractor must install a NOAA-provided non-skid kit with 3M Safety-walk edge sealant, provide all materials and labor, manage waste disposal including hazardous materials, and maintain protective coverings. A 10-day guarantee period for defect correction applies following vessel redelivery. Contractor must carry $1,000,000 in ship contractor's legal liability, comprehensive general liability, and automobile coverage, plus workers' compensation and Longshoremen's and Harbor Worker's Act coverage. Quotes must remain valid through September 30, 2026, with target award before September 30, 2026, contingent on funding availability. The NAICS code is 336611 with a small business size standard of 1,300 employees. Contact Jenna Taulman (jenna.taulman@noaa.gov) for questions.