Description
The Navy’s Southwest Regional Maintenance Center is conducting market research (Sources Sought) to identify qualified firms capable of performing urgent aluminum hull (AMAH) repairs on the USS Gabrielle Giffords (LCS‑10). The vessel is in dry‑dock at Vigor Marine’s Seattle facility. The work involves removing degraded exterior shell plating, applying a polysulfide sealant, and completing surface preparation and compliance with NAVSEA Standard Item 009‑32 and SSPC‑SP 1 procedures. Respondents must submit a one‑page capability statement addressing technical experience, mobilization logistics, estimated schedule, and safety coordination with the incumbent prime contractor. Responses are due 10:00 PST on 31 August 2026 via email.
• Repair of severely degraded aluminum exterior shell plating on port and starboard AMAHs.
• Apply polysulfide sealant, cure, then surface‑prepare per NAVSEA standards.
• Work must be coordinated alongside Vigor Marine’s ongoing activities without interrupting hull warranties.
• Provide capability statement covering experience, mobilization timeline, estimated duration, and safety/concurrent‑operations plan.
• Submission deadline: 31 Aug 2026, 10:00 PST; email to listed Navy contacts.