P--OCEAN SALVAGE SERVICES

The Navy is extending its existing contract with DonJon Marine Co., Inc. for East Coast Ship Salvage and related services to prevent any service disruption during an ongoing competitive re-procurement process. This extension, referred to as a "bridge" contract, will cover a three-month period starting from March 22, 2003, through June 22, 2003, or until a new contract is awarded, whichever occurs first. The original contract number is N00024-98-D-4047, and the extension ensures continuity of critical salvage operations during the transitional phase. This temporary contract serves as a safeguard to maintain operational readiness and availability of salvage services while the Navy finalizes the successor contract. DonJon Marine Co., located in Hillside, New Jersey, remains the service provider during this period. The solicitation related to this extension was posted on March 18, 2003, under the title P--OCEAN SALVAGE SERVICES, identified with solicitation number N0002403R4054. The bridge contract underscores the Navy’s commitment to uninterrupted maritime support and salvage capabilities along the East Coast during the procurement transition.