Opportunity
SAM #1333MF26Q0116
R/V Potawaugh Service, Engine Replacement, Marine Electronics, and Hull Maintenance
Buyer
DEPT OF COMMERCE NOAA EAD-NORFOLK-SAP
Posted
September 11, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
1333MF26Q0116
NAICS
336611, 336612
NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office is seeking comprehensive service and repair for the R/V Potawaugh research vessel. - Government Buyer: - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) - NOAA Chesapeake Bay Office (NCBO) - NMFS Field Delegates - OEMs and Vendors: - Yamaha (specified for twin 300-hp 4-stroke outboard engines) - Garmin (specified for marine electronics suite) - Interlux (Micron CFC anti-fouling paint) - Products/Services Requested: - Replacement of twin 300-hp 4-stroke outboard engines (Yamaha or equal) - Installation of twin engine binnacle controls and second helm station controls - Dual compatible digital gauges, steering cable, wiring harness, key switch, and control cables - Marine electronics suite (Garmin or equal: Radar, GPS Head Unit, Transducer, AIS VHF, Marine Radio integrated via NMEA Network) - Hull bottom repainting with Interlux Micron CFC anti-fouling paint or approved alternative - Replacement of hull anodes for brackish water - Comprehensive vessel service including procurement, installation, integration, hull maintenance, repainting, and sea trials - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must be performed within 60 miles of Edgewater, MD - Sea trials and demonstration of new equipment required - Small business set-aside under NAICS 336612 - "Or equal" language allows alternatives to Yamaha, Garmin, and Interlux products - Contract includes travel costs if applicable
Description
26-498 Service and repair of the R/V Potawaugh, to include replacement of twin 300-hp 4-stroke Yamaha outboard engines, marine electronics suite, hull maintenance, and repainting.