Sources Sought Rental and Maintenance of One (1) Ultra High Pressure (UHP) Self-Contained, Diesel Motor Driven 20, 000 PSI 20 GPM Water Jet System with Support Services

The Department of the Navy Naval Sea Systems Command is seeking sources for a one-time rental and maintenance of an Ultra High Pressure (UHP) water jet system for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard at Sub Base New London, CT. The contract requires a diesel-powered, trailer-mounted water jet system capable of operating at 20,000 PSI with a 20 GPM flow rate, designed to function in extreme temperatures ranging from -10F to 110F. Interested small businesses are invited to submit a Statement of Capability, demonstrating their ability to meet the technical specifications outlined in the Statement of Work, along with past performance documentation for similar work completed within the last three years. The Sources Sought notice is currently in a pre-solicitation phase, with responses due by March 27, 2025. Potential contractors will be evaluated based on their technical capabilities, equipment specifications, maintenance commitments, and proven experience in providing similar industrial marine equipment.

The opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside, indicating that only small businesses are eligible to compete for this contract. The water jet system procurement includes specific requirements such as a single diesel engine, double-wall fuel tank with 110% containment capacity, and an operator control panel with automatic shutdown features. The contractor will be responsible for start-up services, comprehensive maintenance, weekly inspections, emergency repair within 12 hours, personnel training, and technical documentation delivery. The equipment package includes the UHP waterblast unit, six 50-foot high-pressure hoses, burst discs, and an emergency stop system. While specific contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive requirements suggest a substantial technical and logistical commitment from the selected vendor, with the expectation of delivering a robust, reliable water jet system capable of withstanding harsh marine industrial environments.