Hull Cleaning and Surface Preparation

The contract entails the removal of marine growth, biofouling, existing coatings, and other contaminants from vessel hulls using high-pressure water blasting techniques to achieve a clean and properly prepared surface. The work is specifically aimed at facilitating the subsequent application of new coatings and the replacement of sacrificial anodes, ensuring continued hull integrity and corrosion protection. All surface preparation must meet industry standards to support long-term coating adhesion and performance in harsh marine environments. This subcontract is issued under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation by the Department of Homeland Security’s Sflc Procurement Branch 1, with the NAICS code 238990 indicating it falls under miscellaneous specialized construction services. The opportunity was posted on July 17, 2026, and responses are due by July 27, 2026. Performance is required at Cape May, New Jersey, with a zip code of 08204. The solicitation is open exclusively to small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, and all qualified applicants must comply with federal contracting requirements for small business participation.