Testing and Inspection of Electrical Personal Protection Equipment

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The U.S. Navy (Norfolk Naval Shipyard) is seeking quotes for testing electrical equipment, including single gloves, blankets, and mats. This solicitation is a request for competitive quotes and will not be issued in paper form.

• Testing of Electrical Single Gloves with Numbering (up to 1,000 per quarter)

• Testing of Electrical Blankets (up to 50 per quarter)

• Testing of Electrical Mats (up to 50 per quarter)

• Period of Performance:

  • Base Year: 4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027
  • Option 1: 4/17/2027 – 4/16/2028
  • Option 2: 4/17/2028 – 4/16/2029
  • Option 3: 4/17/2029 – 4/16/2030
  • Option 4: 4/17/2030 – 4/16/2031

• NAICS Code: 541380

• Small Business Standard: $19 million

• RFQ Number: N42158-26-Q0011

• Closing Date: March 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Standard Time.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Quote Format: Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheet, or Adobe PDF.

• Required Quote Information: Price(s), FOB Destination (including shipping cost), point of contact (name and phone number), business size, and payment terms. Quotes must clearly indicate capability to meet all specifications.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Quote Validity: Must be valid for at least sixty (60) days.

• Questions Deadline: March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM EST via email to melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil.

• This opportunity is a 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Applicable clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-3, and various DFARS clauses. Full text of relevant clauses can be found at acquisition.gov and dfars.mil.

• Attachments referenced include a Statement of Work (Attachment 1), OPSEC Form (Attachment 2), and GFP Attachment (Attachment 3).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) intends to award a Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract for the complete overhaul, upgrades, and testing of the OA-9243A(V)3/SR Antenna Tilting Group (ATG). This procurement is for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.

• Overhaul, upgrades, and testing of OA-9243A(V)3/SR Antenna Tilting Group (ATG).

• Contract type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Single Award Contract.

• Period of Performance: To be determined.

• The solicitation is not yet available and will be posted to SAM.gov.

• Prospective Offerors are responsible for downloading their own copy and monitoring for amendments.

• No telephone or FAX requests will be accepted; no hardcopy will be mailed or faxed.

• All questions must be submitted in accordance with the solicitation, dates, and procedures.

• The requirement will be solicited as a full and open competition.

• NAICS Code: 334220 (Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees.

• Product Service Code: 5985 (Antennas, Waveguides, and Related Equipment).

• Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to award, during performance, and through final payment.

• Contract Specialist: Eboni Uwuseba (eboni.w.uwuseba.civ@us.navy.mil)

• Contracting Officer: Rebekah Riggins (Rebekah.r.riggins.civ@us.navy.mil)

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document outlines the requirements for the refurbishment of two (2) OA-9243A(V)3/SR Antenna Tilting Groups (ATGs).

• Complete overhaul, upgrades, and testing of the ATGs.

• Disassembly of ATGs.

• Repair and upgrade of components including brakes, limit switches, gear box, bumper stops, and junction box.

• Painting and powder coating of components in accordance with NAVSEA STANDARD ITEM (NSI) 009-32.

• Reassembly, alignment, adjustments, and operational testing.

• Specific tasks include motor refurbishment (bearing replacement, seal replacement, sandblasting, painting, powder coating, and brake hub upgrade), gearbox refurbishment (disassembly, bearing/ring replacement, sandblasting, powder coating, and assembly with new hardware), and handcrank assembly refurbishment (disassembly, bearing/washer/seal replacement, powder coating, and assembly with new hardware).

• Replacement of limit switch assemblies with upgraded parts.

• Refurbishment of pedestal and mast, including removal of ground bosses, installation of new ground bosses, sandblasting, and powder coating.

• Refurbishment of antenna support arm.

• Installation of upgraded main junction box, selector switch, and wiring harness.

• Installation of mast, handcrank assemblies, and filling gearbox with oil.

• Adjustment of limit switch cams and overtravel limit switch cams.

• Replacement or refurbishment of steel coupler mount.

• Installation of new safety, caution, and ID plates.

• All requirements are applicable to each unit provided by the contractor.

• Final, Post-Overhaul Acceptance Testing (I)(G) INSPECTION, as per NSI 009-04 (2.2), will be witnessed by NNSY.

• The contractor shall ensure satisfactory ATG operation and verify quality of work before ATGs depart the overhauling facility.

• A technical representative from NNSY will witness final, post-overhaul acceptance testing.

• Period of Performance: To Be Determined (TBD).

• Place of Performance: Implied to be the contractor's facility, with return to NNSY.

• Contractor shall provide two EA F-Condition OA-9243A(V)3/SR Antenna Tilting Group (ATG) "cores" for refurbishment.

• Use of 316 stainless steel hardware and specific part numbers as indicated.

• Adherence to NAVSEA Technical Manual EE110-LB-OMI-010 and OEM Technical Specifications.

• Use of anti-seize per MIL-T-22361 for specific screws.

• Powder coating/paint operations in accordance with NSI 009-32.

• Quality Management System as per NSI 009-04.

• Cleaning and Painting Requirements as per NSI 009-32.

Statement of Work (SOW)

To provide contracted service for the visual inspection and testing of all Electrical Personal Protective Equipment (EPPE) to ensure it is in full working order for Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY).

• Provide electrical testing services for Government-owned EPPE, including insulating blankets, matting line hose, gloves, and sleeves.

• Services must be in accordance with the NAVSEA Occupational Safety, Health and Environment Control Manual for NNSY, Chapter 230-Electrical Safety Policy.

• Test EPPE for various classes based on voltage ratings (Class 00 to Class 2).

• Add identification numbers to electrical gloves as provided by Safety Repair.

• Testing and inspection must ensure EPPE is maintained in a safe and reliable condition.

• Materials will be tested and marked as identified in the policy.

• Testing and delivery of equipment must be completed within 4 weeks from pickup.

• Place of Performance/Delivery Location: Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY).

• Period of Performance: Base Year 4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027, with four one-year option periods.

• Contractor must furnish all labor, supervision, management, tools, materials, equipment, facilities, transportation, and incidental engineering.

• Contractor must provide service pickups and subsequent delivery of EPPE, a minimum of 4 times per year.

• Government will furnish Arc-Flash Gloves, Blankets, and Mats.

• Security Requirements: Contractors are prohibited from bringing certain items onto federal property, including alcohol, illegal drugs, firearms, explosives, and weapons. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas. All contractors require a DBIDS card for access to NNSY. Portable Electronic Devices (PEDs) policies apply.

• Contractor must comply with the General Specifications regarding voltage classes for EPPE.

• Quantities to be serviced: up to 200 Insulating Blankets, up to 200 Insulating Switchboard Mats, and up to 4000 Insulating Gloves (including numbering).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, prepared in accordance with FAR Subpart 12.6 using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. The U.S. Navy (Norfolk Naval Shipyard) is seeking quotes for testing electrical single gloves, blankets, and mats. This announcement serves as the only solicitation; no paper copies will be issued.

• Testing of Electrical Single Gloves with Numbering (Not to Exceed 1,000 per quarter)

• Testing of Electrical Blankets (Not to Exceed 50 per quarter)

• Testing of Electrical Mats (Not to Exceed 50 per quarter)

• Period of Performance (POP):

  • Base Year: 4/17/2026 – 4/16/2027
  • Option Year 1: 4/17/2027 – 4/16/2028
  • Option Year 2: 4/17/2028 – 4/16/2029
  • Option Year 3: 4/17/2029 – 4/16/2030
  • Option Year 4: 4/17/2030 – 4/16/2031

• NAICS Code: 541380

• Small Business Standard: $19 million

• RFQ Number: N42158-26-Q0011

• Questions Deadline: March 9, 2026, 11:00 AM EST. Submit questions via email to melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil.

• Closing Response Date: March 16, 2026, 11:00 AM EST.

• Submission Method: Email quotes to melissa.e.white13.civ@us.navy.mil in Microsoft Word, Excel, or Adobe PDF format.

• Evaluation Criteria: Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA).

• Quote Requirements: Must include price(s), FOB Destination (shipping costs must be included), point of contact (name and phone number), business size, and payment terms. Quotes must clearly indicate the capability to meet all specifications.

• Quote Validity: Must be valid for sixty (60) days.

• Set-Aside: 100% Small Business Set-Aside.

• Registration: Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Applicable clauses and provisions are incorporated by reference and can be accessed at acquisition.gov and the DFARS website. Full text of NAVSEA clauses will be included in the award.

• Attachments include Statement of Work (SOW), OPSEC Form, and GFP Attachment.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 3 - GFP Attachment.xlsx", is an Excel spreadsheet provided as part of the opportunity. It details Government Furnished Property (GFP) that the government will provide to the contractor for use during contract performance. Bidders must review this to understand the GFP items they will manage, assess impacts on their approach and pricing, and plan resource allocation.

• CONTRACT INFO Sheet: Contains Attachment Number, Date, Solicitation type, and fields for Custodial Procurement Instrument Identification. Government Contracting Officer details are TBD.
• Provisioned Sheet: Details specific GFP items including Line Number, Item Name, Description, NSN, Mfr CAGE, Part Number, Model Number, Serial Number management status, Property Classification, Usage, Quantity, Unit of Measure, Unit Acquisition Cost, Use As-Is status, upgradability, Delivery Date, Duration, Time Unit, and Delivery Event.
• Example Provisioned Items: Insulated Blanket (200 EACH), Switchboard Mat (200 EACH), Electrical Gloves (4000 EACH).
• The document is an Excel file and may contain structured data on equipment, materials, quantities, specifications, locations, and instructions for bidders.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to identify and account for government-furnished property. Understanding the quantity, description, and acquisition cost of these items is essential for accurate proposal development, resource planning, and overall contract execution. Bidders must carefully review the contents to determine how it affects their proposed approach, capabilities, and pricing. The document also provides context for units of measure that may be used in other opportunity documents, ensuring accurate data entry and understanding of requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the Operations Security (OPSEC) Contract Requirements for the Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY). It defines OPSEC, the purpose of an OPSEC Plan, and the contractor's responsibilities regarding the protection of sensitive and Critical Information (CI).

• Definition of OPSEC: A process to protect sensitive information from adversary exploitation.
• Definition of Critical Information (CI): Information needing protection from unauthorized disclosure.
• OPSEC Plan Requirement: Contractors may be required to submit an OPSEC Plan, signed by the prime contractor, prior to contract performance.
• Contractor Responsibility: Contractors and subcontractors must avoid inadvertent disclosure of unclassified or classified information.
• Prohibited Disclosures: U.S. Government CI shall not be publicized via corporate newsletters, trade magazines, displays, internet pages, public websites, personal email accounts, or social media. Media requests must be directed to NNSY Public Release Authority.
• Consequences of Compromise: Disclosure or compromise of CI may lead to removal from assignment, contract termination, criminal prosecution, and civil penalties.
• Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI): CUI must be protected and any loss or compromise must be immediately reported.
• Portable Electronic Device (PED) Policy: Outlines the policy for the use of PEDs, requiring coordination with the sponsor for guidance and approval.
• OPSEC Critical Information and Indicator List: Provides examples of CI and corresponding countermeasures, including restrictions on posting sensitive information online, shredding sensitive documents, and reporting unauthorized disclosures.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the security and information protection requirements that will be imposed during contract performance. It highlights the importance of OPSEC, defines what constitutes sensitive information, and outlines the strict protocols for handling and protecting such information. Bidders must be prepared to comply with these requirements, including potentially developing an OPSEC Plan and adhering to strict policies regarding electronic devices and public disclosures. Failure to comply can have severe consequences.