Ultrasonic Thickness (UT) and Nondestructive Examination (NDE) Testing

The contract entails performing ultrasonic thickness measurements and other nondestructive examination techniques—including magnetic particle testing and penetrant testing—on hull frames, tanks, and structural components to evaluate corrosion levels and overall material integrity. The work is critical for ensuring structural safety and operational readiness, requiring skilled technicians with expertise in industrial NDE methods to accurately detect and document material degradation. All testing must be conducted in accordance with recognized industry standards and documented with precision for compliance and archival purposes. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the NAICS code 541350, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and is issued by the Department of Homeland Security’s Sflc Procurement Branch 2. The opportunity was posted on April 28, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses on May 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Performance will take place in Saint Ignace, and bidders must be prepared to meet all technical, scheduling, and regulatory requirements associated with federal contracting. The contract does not specify a point of contact or exact location beyond the city, so proposers should plan for site-specific logistics and coordination in advance.