Aluminum Hull Plating Fabrication and Supply

The contract entails the fabrication and supply of marine-grade 5086 aluminum plating to replace corroded hull sections on the R/V Parke Snavely, with all materials required to strictly conform to original equipment manufacturer specifications. Full traceability documentation must accompany the material to ensure compliance with quality and sourcing standards, and the plating must be suitable for the harsh marine environment in which the vessel operates. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses qualify to bid, and it falls under NAICS code 332322 for fabricated metal product manufacturing. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with responses due by August 6, 2026, and is procured through the Department of the Interior’s Office of Acquisition Grants, though no specific performance location or point of contact is provided.