Intent to Sole Source: Chant Vertical Pull Test Machine Troubleshoot and Repair

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to Chant Engineering under the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b). Chant Engineering is the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the Chant Model 31375-01-Proof Test Machine and the only known source capable of providing the repairs due to the proprietary nature of the requirement. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals; however, any responsible source who believes they can meet this requirement may submit a capability statement which will be considered by the agency. SCOPE: Troubleshooting and repair for the CHANT vertical Pull Test Machine, in addition this contract will also cover a yearly Preventative maintenance service yearly. This will be for Base +4 years. After each visit the contractor shall provide a detailed Service report, stating all findings and corrective actions needed to bring this machine back to OEM specs. MACHINE IDENTIFICATION: ALPHA DESIGNATION- FAP Model# 9753-01 Serial# N00189-08-P-PY74 LOCATION: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard; Kittery, Maine Period of Performance: Base Period of Performance: 1/13/2026 to 1/11/2027 Option 1 Period of Performance: 1/12/2027-1/10/2028 Option 2 Period of Performance: 1/11/2028-1/9/2029 Option 3 Period of Performance: 1/10/2029-1/8/2030 Option 4 Period of Performance: 1/9/2030-1/7/2031