J -- Notice of Intent to Negotiate Sole Source UWILD Contract

This requirement is being procured and an award will be made in accordance with FAR Parts 12 and 15 by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration, South Atlantic Region, to Seaward Marine, 5049 Beamon Road, Norfolk, VA 23513 for Underwater Inspection In Lieu of Drydocking Survey on the T/S STATE OF MAINE, Castine, ME. The job includes: (1) 100% scamping of the hull, rudder, propeller and sea chests; (2) continuous video of underwater hull with audio feed from operator for topside monitoring. The Maritime Administration requires that all contractors doing business must be registered with the Central Contractor Registry (CCR). In order to register with the CCR and to be eligible to receive an award, all offerors must have a DUNS number.