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Lifeboat Davit and Launching Appliance Repair & Testing

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Response Deadline11/11/2026, 12:00:00 PM EST

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This subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense for Mschq Norfolk, involves providing specialized mechanical repairs, hardware installation, and operational testing for lifeboat davits and winches on Military Sealift Command vessel projects. The scope of work specifically focuses on Palfinger P-LD24 davits and W150 winches, requiring installation according to OEM drawings and the execution of annual operational tests, including boat rides and abrupt brake application tests. To ensure compliance and safety, all work must be performed by Palfinger authorized service personnel who hold certifications in accordance with IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) and USCG NVIC 03-19. The successful contractor is responsible for delivering certified operational appliances and detailed condition reports in PDF format. The opportunity was posted on November 6, 2026, with a response deadline of November 11, 2026, under NAICS code 333249.

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Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

333249 - Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Place of Performance

VA, USA

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NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N3220527Q7034.

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USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY - Lifeboat Davit and Sprinkler Pumps Repair

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PostedNov 6

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Response DeadlineNov 11

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Performs mechanical repairs, hardware installation, and operational testing of lifeboat davits and winches for prime contractors on Military Sealift Command vessel projects. Installs hardware on Palfinger P-LD24 davits and W150 winches per OEM drawings, conducts annual operational tests including riding the boat, and performs abrupt brake application tests. Requires Palfinger authorized service personnel certified to IMO Resolution MSC.402(96) and USCG NVIC 03-19. Delivers certified operational appliances and PDF condition reports.

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