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Corrosion control, Coating, and Reflector panel fabrication services for one AN/FSC-78 terminal

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The Naval Research Laboratory issued a sources sought notice/request for information to explore industry capabilities related to corrosion control, coating, and reflector panel fabrication services for an AN/FSC-78 terminal located in Guam. This notice is strictly for market research and planning purposes and does not constitute a solicitation or a commitment to award a contract. The primary objective is to assess industry interest, technical ability, and small business opportunities for a turnkey solution that meets all specifications, schedules, and budgetary requirements. The work will involve corrosion control and coating services from July to December 2026, with reflector panel fabrication continuing through July 2027, and requires experience with the AN/FSC-78 terminal specifically, sourcing panels from the original manufacturer, and adherence to detailed requirements outlined in the Statement of Work. Interested companies must respond with a capability statement containing company and technical information, including past performance, product descriptions, commerciality, and information on any GSA or similar contract vehicles. Responses must be concise, no longer than five pages, and contain no classified materials. The government stresses that no quotations or proposals should be submitted at this time, as any such submissions will be deleted, and no financial obligations will be assumed. All responses will be kept confidential if appropriately marked. The contracting office is based in Washington, DC, with performance required in Guam. The deadline for responses is June 4, 2026, and interested parties are encouraged to monitor official federal procurement platforms for any forthcoming solicitations related to this requirement.

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Naval Research Laboratory seeks industry input on corrosion control, coating, reflector fabrication for Guam terminal.

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Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory

NAICS

811210 - Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance View NAICS

Place of Performance

GU, 96929, USA

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NONE

Documents

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QASP for Corrosion Control and Coating AN/FSC-78 Terminal Guam

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CDRL PR 81-0611-26 Document

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Personnel Qualifications for AN/FSC-78 Terminal Refurbishment in Guam

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SOW PR 81-0611-26 Corrosion Control and Coating for AN/FSC-78 Terminal Guam

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory
Contacts1 person available
OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA
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Department Of Defense → Naval Research Laboratory
Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20375-5328, USA
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THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (SSN)/REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) AND NOT A SOLICITATION OR AN INDICATION THAT A CONTRACTUAL COMMITMENT WILL EXIST AS A RESULT OF THIS SSN.


NRL IS NOT REQUESTING A QUOTE OR PROPOSAL AT THIS TIME. ANY PROPOSAL SUBMITTED WILL BE DELETED.


THE AIM OF THIS RFI/SSN IS TO EXPLORE INDUSTRY CAPABILITIES WITHIN THE MARKETPLACE AND GAUGE INDUSTRY INTEREST/ABILITY TO MEET NRL’s TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS WHILE EXPLORING POTENTIAL SMALL BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES.


This announcement is not a formal Request for Quotes (RFQ). This SSN/RFI is for informational and planning purposes only and does not guarantee that an award will be made.


Any quotes submitted in response to this SSN/RFI are not quotes on which an order will be issued and will be deleted. The Government assumes NO financial responsibility for any costs incurred.


A solicitation package is not available at this time. However, should such a requirement materialize, no basis for claims against NRL shall arise as a result of a response to this SSN/RFI or NRL’s use of such information either as part of our evaluation process or in developing specifications or work statements for any subsequent requirement.


Companies should continue to monitor SAM.gov and/or SEAPORT for any potential solicitation that is released related to this potential requirement.


LOCATION:


Contracting Office Address:
NRL
4555 Overlook Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20375


OBJECTIVE:


Procure corrosion control, coating, and reflector panel fabrication services for one AN/FSC-78 terminal in Guam to support Code 8124 Advanced Operations Section.


GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:


The contractor shall be responsible for execution of corrosion control, coating, and reflector panel fabrication for the AN/FSC-78 Terminal in Guam. The work should be a turn-key solution that meets all specifications, schedules, and budgetary controls.


The work shall generally include the following requirements:


  • Corrosion control and coating services (Period of Performance: 1 July 2026 - 31 Dec 2026)

  • Reflector panel fabrication services (Period of Performance: 1 July 2026 - 1 July 2027)

  • Hands-on experience with the subject AN/FSC-78 Terminal in Guam

  • Sourcing panels to be fabricated from the original manufacturer

  • Compliance with all requirements detailed in the Statement of Work

  • All work must meet specifications, schedules, and budgetary controls provided by the Contracting Officer Representative (COR)

  • Preference for small business contractors


More details are specified in the Statement of Work document.


REQUIRED CONTRACTOR RESPONSE FORMAT:


Interested parties, at a minimum, shall supply all of the below required information in a Capability Statement.


CONTACT INFORMATION:


a) Company Name and Address
b) Point of Contact for questions/clarification
c) Telephone Number and e-mail address
d) CAGE Code and business size
e) NAICS and PSC Code of the proposed solution (SEE https://psctool.us)
f) Business Size Standard / Socioeconomic Categories


TECHNICAL INFORMATION:


a) List of capabilities/resources relevant to the attached specifications
b) Questions for the Technical team regarding changes/suggestions to the draft Specification to add clarity
(Questions will not receive a response but will be provided to the technical team for consideration in preparing the final specification.)


COMMERCIALITY OF PROPOSED ITEM:


a) Whether item(s) offered/proposed is a commercial item and customarily used by the general public or nongovernment entities for other than Government purposes
b) Whether the item has been sold, leased, or licensed to the general public, and if so, identify one or more such sales, leases, or licenses to document the commerciality of the item


PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:


a) Provide a description of how the proposed product will meet or exceed each of the specifications, as it is anticipated that ultimate evaluation will be best value on a go/no-go basis
b) Provide a product brochure and highlight the areas that meet or exceed specifications


PAST PERFORMANCE:


A list of contracts or task orders that are similar to that required under the attached Specification.


MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULE CONTRACT:


a) Indicate whether products and services are all available on a GSA contract, or similar vehicle
b) Provide applicable GSA or other contract number


ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT DETAILS:


Responses should be no more than 5 pages.


All information and data received in response to this posting marked or designated as corporate or proprietary information will be protected as such.


Please include this notice number on all documents and email correspondence.


Classified material shall NOT be submitted.


FAR PROVISION(S):


FAR 52.215-3 — REQUEST FOR INFORMATION OR SOLICITATION FOR PLANNING PURPOSES (OCT 1997)


(a) The Government does not intend to award a contract on the basis of this solicitation or to otherwise pay for the information solicited except as an allowable cost under other contracts as provided in subsection 31.205-18, Bid and proposal costs, of the Federal Acquisition Regulation.


(b) Although proposal and offeror are used in this Request for Information, your response will be treated as information only. It shall not be used as a proposal.


(c) This solicitation is issued for the purpose of market research and procurement planning.


(End of Provision)