Modernization for three (3) 100-Ton HLTs

Project ID: 260022 FederalOpportunitiesSources Sought

Overview

Agency	Naval Sea Systems Command
Deadline	06/05/26
Posted	05/28/26
Estimated Value	$3,000,000 - $9,000,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	None
NAICS	811310 - Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance
PSC	N099 - Installation Of Equipment- Miscellaneous
Location	Portsmouth, VA 23608 United States

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THIS IS A SOURCES SOUGHT ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY

This notice is issued solely for market research purposes. It does not constitute a commitment by the Government, and the Government will not pay for any information submitted or reimburse any costs associated with responding. NNSY intends to award a sole source contract to TDS Automation, Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for the Heavy Lift Transporters (HLTs). TDS Automation possesses proprietary technical data, specialized tooling, and unique expertise required to perform the overhaul. No other vendor is authorized or capable of completing this work to OEM standards. In accordance with FAR Part 10, Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) is conducting market research to identify any additional qualified contractors capable of performing the modernization of three (3) 100 ton Heavy Lift Transporters (HLTs), Model: 100 Ton HLT, serial numbers 125, 126, and 127 . Responses will be used for planning purposes only and will not be considered quotes or proposals.

Requirement Description

NNSY intends to modernize three (3) 100 ton Heavy Lift Transporters (HLTs), manufactured in 2011, Model: 100 Ton Heavy Lift Transporter, with serial numbers 125, 126, and 127. The modernization effort will replace all major components, parts, and systems with new, current generation technology, while retaining the frame chassis, engine, and generator, which remain fully serviceable

Response Information

This notice is for information and planning only. No RFQ exists at this time. Do not request a copy of an RFQ and do not submit pricing information. All proprietary information must be clearly marked. The Government may request follow up clarification from individual respondents as needed. Responses will not be returned, and respondents are responsible for all expenses associated with their submissions. All information received in response to this Sources Sought Notice marked "Proprietary" will be protected and handled accordingly. Interested parties are responsible for adequately marking proprietary or competition sensitive information contained in their response. The Government reserves the right to ask follow-up clarifying questions to individual companies based on proprietary information submitted without posting those questions.

Company Information Requested

Interested parties shall submit a written response including (Responses shall not exceed 5 pages)

CAGE Code

- Business Size (per NAICS) - Small Business Type(s), if applicable - Point of Contact (name, phone, email) - Company Website (if applicable) - Teaming Partners (if applicable) - Capability statement describing ability to perform the modernization as outlined in the Draft SOW - Vendors must provide evidence demonstrating they are authorized, equipped, and fully capable of performing modernization, repair, and testing on 100 ton Heavy Lift Transporters (HLTs)

Submission Instructions

Email responses with the subject line: Three (3) 100 Ton HLTs Modernization to: eugene.e.fenner.civ@us.navy.mil Oral submissions will not be accepted. Information in this notice is current as of publication but may change and is not binding on the Government.

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Summary: Background The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) is conducting market research to identify qualified contractors for the modernization of three (3) 100-ton Heavy Lift Transporters (HLTs), specifically Model: 100-Ton HLT with serial numbers 125, 126, and 127. NNSY intends to award a sole source contract to TDS Automation, Inc., the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) for these HLTs, due to their proprietary technical data and specialized expertise required for the overhaul. Work Details The modernization effort will involve replacing all major components, parts, and systems of the three (3) 100-ton Heavy Lift Transporters with new, current-generation technology. The frame chassis, engine, and generator will be retained as they are fully serviceable. Vendors must provide evidence demonstrating their capability to perform modernization, repair, and testing on these specific HLTs. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the contract will be performed (if provided) Place of Performance The work will be performed at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Bidder Requirements Interested parties must submit a written response that includes their company name and address, CAGE Code, business size, small business type(s) if applicable, point of contact information (name, phone, email), company website if applicable, teaming partners if any, and a capability statement describing their ability to perform the modernization as outlined in the Draft SOW. Vendors must demonstrate they are authorized and equipped to perform the required work. Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail) This opportunity appears to have a closely related prior contract, with Guardian Systems as the awardee on N4215825P0084 (09/11/25–07/11/26) valued at $105,998 for “REBUILD 24 HLT CYLINDERS.” The prior work is likely relevant because it involves Heavy Lift Transporter (HLT) component rebuilds (cylinders), which aligns with the current modernization scope that replaces major HLT components and systems while retaining certain serviceable subsystems.

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