# 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

<p>Military Sealift Command will issue a Firm- Fixed Price Purchase Order for the Sole Source requirement listed in the attachment.&nbsp; Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), PALFINGER MARINE USA are required. Any offer other than the OEM will not be considered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amendment 00001 has been issued to remove the sprinkler pump requirement and to extend the solicitation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>See attached amendment</p>

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