Pre-solicitation Synopsis for the Layberthing of Cape Washington and Cape Wrath

This contract amendment modifies the pre-solicitation synopsis for the layberthing of the vessels Cape Washington and Cape Wrath, issued by the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration. The key change involves an extension of the project duration options. Originally, the contract was structured with one 12-month Base Period followed by four 12-month Option Periods, with an estimated contract value ranging between $500,000 and $2.5 million. The amendment introduces flexibility by allowing either the original duration or an extended option of one 12-month Base Period followed by nine 12-month Option Periods. All other terms and conditions in the pre-solicitation synopsis remain unchanged. The solicitation is designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5 and pertains to NAICS code 488390. The contracting office is located in Washington, DC, under the Maritime Administration within the Department of Transportation. Points of contact for the solicitation are identified as Douglas A. Kennard, Contract Specialist, and Ken Egbuna, Senior Contracting Officer, both reachable via email and phone. The contract aims to procure layberthing services, providing flexible options for project duration to better accommodate operational needs.