Dynamic Positioning (DP) System Certification and Maintenance

The contract involves providing certification, annual trials, failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) reporting, and ongoing maintenance of a Dynamic Positioning (DP) system, specifically a DP-2 system, for a vessel engaged in submarine rescue operations. The system must meet the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Class 2 standards, ensuring high reliability and redundancy through reference systems to maintain vessel positioning during critical rescue missions. This contract supports a vessel operating in Virginia Beach and falls under the jurisdiction of the Department of Defense, facilitated by the Mschq Norfolk office. The scope includes rigorous system certification to confirm compliance with industry standards, repeated annual trials to validate system integrity and performance, detailed reporting to identify potential system failures and operational risks, and continuous maintenance to ensure operational readiness. The work is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541330, encompassing professional, scientific, and technical services. Key deadlines include the solicitation posted on June 16, 2026, with responses due by June 30, 2026. This contract plays a critical role in maintaining mission-critical equipment for submarine rescue, emphasizing safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance.