City of Norfolk - Battleship Wisconsin Underwater Hull Survey Inspection, Cleaning, Maintenance, and Repair Services - IFB 11143-0-2027/TN (2026)
City of NorfolkCity · Norfolk, VA- Due
- Nov 5, 2026
- 20 days left
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Trish Northcutt
- (757) 448-9849
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Norfolk is seeking a responsible vendor to provide underwater hull survey, inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repair services on the Battleship Ex-Wisconsin ("Battleship"). The scope includes dive inspections twice a year, box blank surveillance with annual inspection of 164 box blanks and stern tubes, hull cleaning in accordance with NAVSEA standards, Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) system surveys, underwater welding and repairs, emergency response within 24 hours, and a comprehensive hull survey once per 5-year cycle including thickness gauging and video inspection. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. A question deadline is established for October 20, 2026. The contract term is five years.
Swim-by dive inspections, Box blank cleaning and inspection of 164 box blanks, ICCP cleaning and inspections, Underwater hull cleaning, Underwater hull survey including hull thickness gauging and coating measurements
Lowest bid for each line item / grand total
SUMMARY
The City of Norfolk is seeking a responsible vendor to provide underwater hull survey, inspection, cleaning, maintenance, and repair services on the Battleship Ex-Wisconsin ("Battleship").
The scope includes dive inspections twice a year, box blank surveillance with annual inspection of 164 box blanks and stern tubes, hull cleaning in accordance with NAVSEA standards, Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) system surveys, underwater welding and repairs, emergency response within 24 hours, and a comprehensive hull survey once per 5-year cycle including thickness gauging and video inspection. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time. A question deadline is established for October 20, 2026. The contract term is five years.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest bid for each line item / grand total
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Swim-by dive inspections
- Box blank cleaning and inspection of 164 box blanks
- ICCP cleaning and inspections
- Underwater hull cleaning
- Underwater hull survey including hull thickness gauging and coating measurements
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Completed cover page of IFB
- Attachments A - F
- Pricing in Bid Form
- Statement on proprietary information
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/norfolk
- Scope location
- Norfolk, VA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Norfolk?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 5, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/norfolk. For questions, contact Trish Northcutt.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Norfolk in VA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Trish Northcutt at (757) 448-9849. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Swim-by dive inspections, Box blank cleaning and inspection of 164 box blanks, ICCP cleaning and inspections, Underwater hull cleaning, Underwater hull survey including hull thickness gauging and coating measurements. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest bid for each line item / grand total" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Norfolk?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 5, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Completed cover page of IFB, Attachments A - F, Pricing in Bid Form, Statement on proprietary information. Review the full document from City of Norfolk for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Norfolk, VA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.