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Radome Painting Process Training

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Response Deadline11/02/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Department of Defense at NSWC Crane involves providing specialized technical training for prime contractors on LRIP 3 radome shell painting processes. The scope of work includes instructing personnel on surface preparation, the application of conductive primers, base coats, and top coats, as well as comprehensive inspection protocols. Training is conducted using industrial painting equipment and a scrap shell to ensure practical proficiency. The project requires a completed training course spanning four to five days, culminating in a final inspection of the training shell. To be eligible, the provider must maintain CMMC compliance and strictly adhere to all OEM standards. The performance of these services will take place in Crane, Indiana.

General Info

Technical training for DoD radome shell painting processes in Crane, Indiana.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Nswc Crane

NAICS

611519 - Other Technical and Trade Schools

Place of Performance

Crane, IN, 47522, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N0016427Q0007.

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SOLE SOURCE PAINT TRAINING

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Timeline

PostedOct 26

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Response DeadlineNov 2

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Nswc Crane

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Performs technical training for prime contractors on NAVAIR/NSWC Crane facility projects. Instructs personnel on surface preparation, conductive primer application, base coat, top coat, and full inspection protocols for LRIP 3 radome shells using a scrap shell and industrial painting equipment. Requires CMMC compliance and adherence to OEM standards. Delivers a completed 4-5 day training course and final inspection of the training shell.

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