DC-44 Fire Suppression Installation
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY), under the Department of the Navy, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice to identify qualified sources for fire suppression system installation services. This effort targets diesel generator rooms on three (3) 60T portal cranes at NNSY in Portsmouth, Virginia. The Government is particularly interested in identifying small business concerns. Responses are due May 28, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves providing engineered fire suppression system installation services for diesel generator rooms on three 60T portal cranes. The systems must comply with applicable NFPA standards, including but not limited to NFPA 12, NFPA 72, and NFPA 2001. The work environment requires elevated industrial crane access within a shipyard/marine setting. The Statement of Work (SOW) specifies the installation of a fixed fire extinguishing system for the crane compartment containing the diesel engine, with piping marked "FIRE EXTINGUISHING SYSTEM" and painted bright red. Extinguishing agent containers must be mounted externally and marked. Manual actuation stations are required outside each protected compartment. The system must include an automatically actuated audible alarm system (NFPA 72 compliant) providing a 20-30 second warning before agent release, shutting down ventilation fans, and initiating diesel engine shutdown. The Period of Performance (POP) is 12 months from award, with work performed approximately 75 feet above crane rails.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research stage, but interest in small businesses noted)
- Response Due: May 28, 2026, 2:00 PM EST
- Published: May 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: Portsmouth, VA
Information Requested
Interested vendors should provide:
- Company name
- SAM.gov registration status
- UEI and CAGE Code
- Business size and socioeconomic status under NAICS 238220
- Relevant experience with NFPA 12, NFPA 72, and/or NFPA 2001 systems
- Capability statement describing experience with similar projects (engineered, clean agent/special hazards, industrial/marine fire protection, government/shipyard facilities, elevated access/crane-related work)
- Point of contact information
Special Requirements & Notes
Contractors are responsible for all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fall protection, and adherence to shipyard entry requirements (DBIDS card, SECNAV 5512 form). A one-year warranty on parts and workmanship is required. This is solely for market research and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment to issue one. Responses should be emailed to janice.d.trader.civ@us.navy.mil.