Operation and maintenance of U.S. floating dry dock SHIPPINGPORT (ARDM-4)

The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) plans to hold a limited competition for the operation, maintenance, protection, and certification of the U.S. floating dry dock SHIPPINGPORT (ARDM-4) located at the Naval Submarine Base in New London, Connecticut. This contract opportunity is restricted to two qualified shipyards, Northrop Grumman Shipbuilding and General Dynamics Electric Boat, as they are the only nuclear-certified facilities capable of performing the required work. The contract will cover support during the fiscal year 2010, with the possibility of extending through four additional one-year option periods. The notice serves to confirm the intention of these two shipyards to compete for the contract, with responses requested by March 9, 2009. This ensures that both entities are aware of and interested in the upcoming competition. The work falls under the NAICS code 336611, which pertains to shipbuilding and repairing activities, and emphasizes the specialized nature of the maintenance and operational support required for the floating dry dock. The point of contact for responses is Alvin Hill at NAVSEA.