J -- EMERGENT WORK REQUIREMENTS ON COMMISSIONED SUBMARINES IN THE GROTON/NEW LONDON, CT AREA

The Department of Defense, through the Supply Of Shipbuilding Groton office, plans to negotiate a Nuclear Support Agreement with Electric Boat Corporation for emergent work requirements on commissioned submarines in the Groton/New London, Connecticut area. The contract will cover Task Orders and Job Orders for emergency support services over a one-year period, from October 1, 2002, to September 30, 2003. This agreement aims to address immediate and unforeseen maintenance or repair needs on submarines based in that region to maintain operational readiness. The contract is issued under an exception to full and open competition, specifically authorized by 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(2), reflecting the urgency and specialized nature of the work. The solicitation number associated with this presolicitation is N62789-03-G-0001. Interested parties may direct inquiries to the designated contract specialist, Claire E Wright, via email or phone. The work will support continuous submarine operations, emphasizing quick response actions to critical maintenance requirements.