Opportunity
SAM #N3220527Q7034
Palfinger lifeboat davit repairs for USNS Robert F. Kennedy
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
November 06, 2026
Respond By
November 18, 2026
Identifier
N3220527Q7034
NAICS
811310, 336611
The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command (MSC), through MSCHQ Norfolk, seeks repairs to lifeboat davits aboard USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208). - Buyer: U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command; issuing office: MSCHQ Norfolk. The notice lists Caren Edanol as the buyer contact. - Required OEM: Palfinger Marine USA; the work requires OEM or authorized Palfinger service. - Current scope: Repair, inspect, service, and test two lifeboat launching systems: Palfinger P-LD 24 davits with W150 winches. The revised requirement removes sprinkler pump repairs. - Work includes fitting and securing correct hardware, operational checks of davits, winches and release gear, replacing brake pads if needed, and returning both lifeboats to ready-for-service condition. - Testing requires the presence of an OMT representative, ABS surveyors, and U.S. Coast Guard inspectors. Signed inspection and condition reports, as-released reports, and updated technical documentation are required. - The davit equipment is designated as a ship-critical safety item and is subject to heightened, risk-based quality assurance surveillance.
Description
Military Sealift Command will issue a Firm- Fixed Price Purchase Order for the Sole Source requirement listed in the attachment. Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), PALFINGER MARINE USA are required. Any offer other than the OEM will not be considered.
Amendment 00001 has been issued to remove the sprinkler pump requirement and to extend the solicitation.
See attached amendment