Foam-filled marine fenders

The U.S. Navy, through the Navsup Flc Sigonella Naples Office, is seeking three complete, heavy-duty, foam-filled marine fender systems measuring 11 feet in diameter and 18 feet in length for installation at the NATO Base/POL Pier on NSA Gaeta. Each fender system must feature a closed-cell foam core that remains fully operational even if the outer skin is punctured, coupled with a filament-reinforced polyurethane elastomer skin in black. The systems must be delivered fully equipped with all necessary hardware for through-chain installation, including heavy-duty, hot-dip galvanized stud-link anchor chains with a minimum diameter of 2.5 inches and matching HDG shackles and swivels. This is a purchase-only requirement; final installation will be performed by Port Operations personnel. Delivery is required within 60 days of award, and the fenders must meet high-capacity, high-energy absorption standards suitable for large naval vessels. The procurement is conducted under a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) using NAICS code 336611 for Shipbuilding and Repairing, and is subject to simplified acquisition procedures due to being below the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. The solicitation number is N6817126QN041, with responses due by July 14, 2026, and all offers must come from certified small businesses. Point of contact for inquiries includes Daniele Cesareo and Sebastiano Paciello, and the contract administration office is located in FPO, AE, 09622-0050.