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Pre-Tow Suitability Inspection and Survey

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Response Deadline09/25/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense for Mschq Norfolk, involves performing pre-tow suitability inspections and surveys for tugs and towing gear on Military Sealift Command projects. The selected provider must verify vessel characteristics against specific requirements and evaluate the condition of towing hardware, cables, and bridles according to ABS and USCG classification society standards. The final deliverable is a comprehensive inspection report confirming the equipment's suitability for the intended towage. The opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 541370. Qualified candidates must be Certified Marine Surveyors or representatives from a Classification Society. The solicitation was posted on September 18, 2026, with a response deadline of September 25, 2026.

General Info

DoD subcontract for small businesses to perform tug and towing gear suitability inspections.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq NorfolkView Agency

NAICS

541370 - Surveying and Mapping (except Geophysical) ServicesView NAICS

Place of Performance

CA, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of N3220526R6135.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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TUGCON; Jones Act Open-Ocean Tow

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PostedSep 18

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Response DeadlineSep 25

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09/25/2026, 02:00:00 PM UTCin 6 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Performs technical inspections of tugs and towing gear for prime contractors on Military Sealift Command (MSC) projects. Verifies vessel characteristics against specifications and assesses the condition of towing bridles, cables, and hardware using ABS/USCG classification society standards. Requires a Certified Marine Surveyor or Classification Society representative. Delivers an inspection report confirming suitability for the required towage.

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