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USA | DC | DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA COUNTY | WASHINGTON
Homeland Security Cutter Light Icebreaker ( HSC- L) - The United States Coast Guard ( USCG) is issuing this Request for Information ( RFI) to conduct market research in support of a potential future acquisition for the Homeland Security Cutter Light Icebreaker ( HSC- L) program. The USCG
Homeland Security Cutter Light Icebreaker ( HSCL)
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This is a Request for Information (RFI) from the United States Coast Guard (USCG) for market research to support a potential future acquisition for the Homeland Security Cutter Light Icebreaker (HSCL) program. The USCG is seeking industry feedback on a draft Statement of Work (SOW), draft specification, contract design artifacts, production feasibility, industrial base considerations, execution approach, and program risks (cost and schedule drivers). They are also considering a two-phase advisory downselect process for the solicitation. The RFI does not constitute a solicitation, and no reimbursement will be provided for response costs. Responses are due by April 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The government has updated select RFI attachments to correct formatting and administrative inconsistencies, but these revisions are non-substantive.
The response due date for this RFI is April 14, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. The government anticipates a potential contract award in late 2026.
The government is considering a two-phase advisory downselect process: Phase I (Advisory Downselect - Production Capability, Past Performance) and Phase II (Design and Production Approach, Price). As part of the advisory downselect process, the government will advise offerors as to whether their proposal is considered to be among the most highly rated.
Respondents are requested to provide company name, point of contact, organization type, business size and socioeconomic status, location of facilities, description of relevant capabilities and experience, and anticipated role (e. g. , prime contractor, subcontractor, teaming partner).
Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract and Sources Sought for SSN AUKUS Vertical Deployment Tube ( VDT) Technical and Tooling Package - The Naval Undersea Warfare Center ( NUWC) Division Keyport intends to award a firm- fixed- price/cost- plus- fixed- fee, sole- source contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat ( GDEB) under the authority of 10 ****( a)( 1) as implemented by FAR 6. 30
Launchers, torpedo and depth charge launchers
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This is a market research notice from the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Keyport, seeking information on potential sources for a sole source contract with General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB). The requirement is for supplies necessary to prepare for the future manufacturing of SSN A VDT ITH ITK components. This includes a comprehensive technical and tooling package adapted from the U. S. Virginia class program for the UK's VDT design. The contractor must develop all necessary tooling, fixtures, NDT calibration standards, and dies, and deliver procurement-ready drawings. The final package will include tooling details, cost and schedule, maintenance costs, preliminary production documents, and a production schedule. The sole source justification is based on leveraging existing design and manufacturing capabilities to reduce prototyping and qualification testing, and accelerate production timelines by utilizing a vendor with a Production Readiness Level (PRL) of 9. Companies interested in demonstrating their capability must provide evidence of immediate access to proprietary design data, existing validated PRL of 9 for manufacturing large-scale HY 80 submarine hull integrated components, and the ability to meet an accelerated timeline for contract award by September 2026 and initial production unit delivery within 12 months. Responses should include availability, budgetary cost estimate, lead time, company literature, and a white paper. Contractors must be registered in SAM. This notice is for market research only and does not constitute an invitation for bids, RFQ, or RFP. All costs incurred by respondents are not reimbursed. Submissions are due by the date set forth in the notice and should reference ****.
The bid notice states that initial production unit delivery is expected within 12 months after contract award by September 2026. The bid notice states: guarantee the ability to meet an accelerated timeline of contract award by september 2026 and initial production unit delivery within 12 months thereafter.
The bid notice states that the contract will be awarded to General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) under the authority of 10 ****(a)(1) as implemented by FAR ****, indicating a sole source award. The bid notice states: intends to award a firm fixed price cost plus fixed fee, sole source contract to general dynamics electric boat gdeb under the authority of 10 **** a 1 as implemented by far **** 1, only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
To be considered, a response must provide clear and convincing evidence of the contractor's ability to satisfy all of the following requirements: possess immediate, authorized access to the U. S. Virginia class submarine VPM proprietary design data, tooling manufacturing processes, and testing standards required to adapt this technology for the SSN A VDT. Demonstrate an existing, validated production readiness level (PRL) of 9 for manufacturing large scale, HY 80 submarine hull integrated components. Guarantee the ability to meet an accelerated timeline of contract award by September 2026 and initial production unit delivery within 12 months thereafter, without requiring a multi-year development and qualification period that would result in substantial duplication of cost and unacceptable delays to the government. The bid notice states: o be considered, a response must provide clear and convincing evidence of the contractors ability to satisfy all of the following requirements: possess immediate, authorized access to the u. s. virginia class submarine vpm proprietary design data, tooling manufacturing processes, and testing standards required to adapt this technology for the ssn a vdt. demonstrate an existing, validated production readiness level prl of 9 for manufacturing large scale, hy 80 submarine hull integrated components. guarantee the ability to meet an accelerated timeline of contract award by september 2026 and initial production unit delivery within 12 months thereafter, without requiring a multi year development and qualification period that would result in substantial duplication of cost and unacceptable delays to the government.
ARTB Boat Motors - 001: 55HP Outboard Boat Engine, 2- stroke, gasoline, submersible, air- deployable outboard motor designed as a self- contained propulsion system for small craft applications. Operates on gasoline with certified NMMA TC- W3 2- cycle synthetic marine oil at
ship and boat propulsion components 001: 55hp outboard boat engine, 2 stroke, gasoline, submersible, air deployable outboard motor designed as a self contained propulsion system for small craft applications. operates on gasoline with certified nmma tc w3 2 cycle synthetic marine oil at a 50: 1 fuel to oil mixture and includes features such as through hub exhaust, pull start ignition, tiller handle throttle control, rapid dewatering capability, and rapid post submersion return to operation, qty: 4, unit: ea. 002: model 50 motor support kit, essential consumables and service accessories required to support item 001 engine break in, fuel preparation, flushing, corrosion prevention, and long term storage of the boat motor. kit must include a 10 foot fuel line assembly with primer bulb, tc w3 2 cycle synthetic marine oil, gas oil mixing cup, universal motor flusher, fogging oil, and salt away corrosion removal concentrate with mixing unit. this kit must support the fuel mixing, flushing, and storage practices pres
repair fire fast response boats item 1: 959 46 **** 036 000 labor rate per hour for onsite diagnosis service at city homeport per para. 2. 7. 1 in the bid document. nigp code: **** ferry maintenance and repair qty unit cost uom total discount amt. total cost 10, 0 hr hour manufacturer: brand: model: make: packaging: item 2: 959 46 **** 036 001 labor rate for performing repair or maintenance as requested by city designee per para. 2. 7. 2 in the bid document. nigp code: **** ferry maintenance and repair qty unit cost uom total discount amt. total cost 50, 0 hr hour manufacturer: brand: model: make: packaging: item 3: 959 46 **** 036 002 labor rate for performing repair or maintenance during overtime service hours, after 5: 00pm monday to friday and saturdays per para. 2. 7. 3 in the bid document. nigp code: **** ferry maintenance and repair qty unit cost uom total discount amt. total cost 4, 0 hr hour manufacturer: brand: model: make: packaging: item 4: 959 46 **** 036 003 labor rate for performing repa
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The City of Philadelphia is seeking bids for the repair of fire fast response boats. All quotes must be submitted through PHL Contracts no later than 10:30 am on the bid opening date of April 22, 2026. Vendors are required to upload consent and authorization forms, proof of payment for annual bid security and bid processing fees, customer references, and a seller contact information form. The bid includes labor rates for onsite diagnosis, repair/maintenance, overtime service, and premium service hours, as well as parts cost with vendor markup supported by invoice. Estimated expenditures are $15,****.
The bid notice does not explicitly state a delivery deadline for the services. However, it does mention that sellers should specify if delivery is other than 30 days.
The bid notice requires vendors to confirm completion of the seller contact information form and to provide customer references. It also asks if the vendor has uploaded their consent and authorization form and if their firm has paid the required fees for the annual bid security program and bid processing fee.
The estimated expenditures for this bid are $15,****.
COLUMBIA- Class Ballistic Missile Submarine Design, Class Lead Yard Support and Sustainment, Integrated Enterprise Plan Initiatives for the Class, and Submarine Industrial Base Supplier Development Efforts - The contract action was not awarded competitively and was not fixed price, in accordance with FAR ****- 1( a)( 2)( iii) - only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. Due to the federal
combat ships and landing vessels
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This is a modification to a previously awarded contract for advance procurement and construction of SSBN 828 through SSBN 832 and support for the Columbia ballistic missile submarines program. The contract was not awarded competitively due to a sole responsible source. Initial modifications were made due to a federal government shutdown, with a larger modification awarded once FY26 funding became available. The total value of the modifications is $17,666,786,109. Work will be performed in Groton, Connecticut; Newport News, Virginia; and Quonset Point, Rhode Island, with an expected completion date of December 2031 for the initial modification and June 2035 for the second modification. Funding is from fiscal 2026 National Sea Based Deterrence Fund and other procurement Navy funds, as well as fiscal 2025 and 2026 research, development, test and evaluation Navy funds. The second modification also includes industrial base development work for Columbia and Virginia class submarines.
The bid notice states that work for the initial modification is expected to be completed by December 2031, and work for the second modification is expected to be completed by June 2035.
The contract action was not awarded competitively and was not fixed price, in accordance with FAR ****(a)(2)(iii) only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements.
The bid notice states a combined total of $17,666,786,****.
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