Sonar Dome Rubber Window (SDRW) Replacement – Structural Integration and Installation

This contract involves the removal of the degraded Sonar Dome Rubber Window (SDRW) and the installation of a new one on the USS FORREST SHERMAN (DDG 98). The work includes necessary structural preparation, precise alignment, sealing, and integration with the ship’s sonar transducer array to ensure proper function and durability. The project is managed by the Mid Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center under the Department of Defense and is classified under NAICS code 336612, which pertains to naval vessel and related equipment manufacturing. The scope of work emphasizes both replacement and critical structural integration tasks to maintain the integrity and performance of the sonar dome system. The effort takes place at a facility with the zip code 23523, suggesting a location in the Norfolk, Virginia area, a known hub for naval maintenance. This subcontract opportunity was posted in May 2026, targeting specialized contractors capable of handling the sophisticated requirements of naval sonar system maintenance and ensuring the USS FORREST SHERMAN remains mission-ready.