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Lifeboat and Davit Specialist

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Federal

Response Deadline10/19/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Lifeboat and Davit Specialist involves providing specialized technical services for Military Sealift Command vessel projects under the Department of Defense. The scope of work focuses on the retrofitting, certification, and annual inspection of critical lifesaving equipment. Key technical requirements include increasing lifeboat capacity, replacing lifeboat gripes, and mitigating fall hazards in accordance with TALT ESB-18-033. The contractor is responsible for conducting annual PMLA lifeboat inspections and performing davit certifications to ensure operational safety and compliance. Final deliverables for these projects include the provision of fully certified lifesaving equipment and detailed inspection reports. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 336612 and is managed through Mschq Norfolk.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

336612 - Boat Building

Place of Performance

VA

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Documents

This scope was carved out of N3220526R0003.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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USS HECTOR A CAFFERATA JR (ESB-8) FY27 PSA

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PostedOct 5

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Response DeadlineOct 19

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10/19/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTCin 13 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Performs retrofitting, certification, and annual inspections of lifesaving equipment for prime contractors on Military Sealift Command vessel projects. Retrofits lifeboats to increase capacity, mitigates lifeboat fall hazards per TALT ESB-18-033, and replaces lifeboat gripes. Conducts annual PMLA lifeboat inspections and davit certifications. Delivers certified lifesaving equipment and inspection reports.

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