Surface Preparation and Paint Removal

The contract involves the sand blasting and surface preparation of rudders to remove existing coatings in preparation for inspection and overhaul, ensuring a thorough assessment of the underlying structure. This work is critical to enabling accurate evaluations prior to any repair or reconditioning efforts and must be performed to meet precise standards for cleanliness and surface readiness. The task is classified under NAICS code 562910, indicating it falls within the waste collection, treatment, and disposal services sector, and is specifically designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, meaning only small businesses are eligible to compete. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 19, 2026, at 7:00 PM, giving interested parties approximately four weeks to submit proposals. The contracting entity is the SFLC Procurement Branch 3 under the Department of Homeland Security, and while specific performance location details are not provided, the work is expected to occur at a facility where rudders are stored or maintained for overhaul. The contract is structured as a subcontract and contains no public point of contact information, requiring potential bidders to engage through the official SAM.gov portal linked in the solicitation to obtain further details or submit responses.