FA441826Q0079-FY26 841st Dock Fender Repair
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Notice type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Solicitation #
FA441826Q0079
NAICS
811310
PSC
J020
Set-aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
Posted
July 27, 2026
Response due
August 10, 2026
Place of performance
Charleston AFB, SC
What this opportunity is
The Department of Defense is seeking a contractor to perform repair and replacement services for dock fenders at Joint Base Charleston, SC, under a total small business set-aside. This opportunity involves providing labor, materials, and equipment to restore eleven damaged fenders critical for safe port operations. As this is a combined synopsis/solicitation, interested small businesses should track the notice for updates rather than submit immediate bids.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
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STATEMENT OF WORK
For
TC DOCK FENDER REPAIR
1.0 Purpose
The purpose of this requirement is to restore operational readiness and safety of the
Transportation Core (TC) Dock berthing infrastructure at Joint Base Charleston, SC – Weapons
Station (JB CHS - WS). The contractor shall provide replacement hardware and perform
installation, repair, and repositioning services for all fender units to maintain uninterrupted, safe
port operations.
1.1 Background
All eleven (11) dock fenders have sustained damage that pose a critical safety risk to berthing
vessels. See Section 5.0 on page 3 & 4 for images of the fenders and the TC Dock.
2.0 Scope of Work
The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete the
following:
• Hardware Replacement: The contractor shall remove existing hardware and replace
with the materials described within paragraph 2.1 Product Specifications; the swivel-eye
end assemblies, shackles, and cotter keys on all eleven (11) fenders in accordance with
Section 1.3, Product Specifications. All new materials provided by the contractor shall be
suitable for a marine environment and fully compatible with the existing chains (Existing
chain specs: Proof load of 247,000 lbs., Break load of 352,000 lbs., and Galvanized
finish).
• Fender Recovery and Re-installation: Three (3) Four (4) fenders are currently
staged out-of-water on the TC Dock. The contractor is responsible for reinstalling
these fenders back into the water. The Government can assist the contractor with
lifting and returning the fenders to the water.
• Continual project superintendence is mandatory. The work site is actively utilized by the
841st Transportation Battalion (TB) and must be kept clean, safe, and orderly.
• Work site areas shall be returned to existing conditions upon completion of services. Any
damage to Government or personal property resulting from the contractor’s activities
shall be repaired/remediated solely at the contractor's expense.
• Following service completion, the contractor shall schedule a final inspection with Civil
Engineering Squadron (CES) and the 841st TB.
• Period of Performance (PoP): 30 calendar days after receipt of contract award to
include ordering and receiving the materials, processing base access paperwork, and
installing materials.
2.1 Product Specifications
To ensure long-term durability in a high-stress maritime environment, the system requires high-
strength, heavy-duty hardware. All supplied galvanized materials are required.
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Item Component
Description Required Quantity Technical Specification Summary
1
Swivel-Eye End
Assemblies
11 Sets
(22 Total)
*Installed on each side
of fender
Type: Marine Eye-to-Eye Swivel
Finish: Hot-Dipped Galvanized (HDG)
Size and Load: Must meet or exceed 1-
3/4" Grade 3 chain breaking strength
(~329k lbs).
2
1-1/2" HDG Bolt-
Type Shackles
11 Sets of 4 Bolts
(44 Total)
*Installed on each end
of fender chain
Type: Anchor Shackle with Bolt, Nut, &
Cotter Pin
Material: Forged Carbon Steel Bow with
Alloy Steel Bolt
Size: 1-1/2”
PIN Diameter: 1.63”
Working Load Limit (WLL): 17 Metric
Tons
Standard: Fed. Spec. RR-C-271D, Type
IVB, Class 3.
3
Stainless Steel
Cotter Keys ***
1 Cotter Key per
Shackle
(44 Total)
(As req. for 1-3/4"
shackles)
Size: 5/16" Diameter x 2-3/4" Length
Material: 316 Stainless Steel (Corrosion
Resistant)
Application: Locking pin for 1-3/4"
Bolt-Type Shackles.
***Procurement & Inspection Note (Cotter Key Material): While the shackles are HDG
(Galvanized), the replacement cotter keys must be 316 Stainless Steel to prevent brittle failure
and corrosion in the splash zone. The specified 5/16" x 2-3/4" stainless steel cotter key will
ensure the nut is locked securely, preventing accidental disassembly in maritime environments.
3.0 Base Security Requirements:
The contractor is responsible for coordinating all required access, security, and scheduling to
ensure no disruption to base operations:
• Base Access/Badging: Coordinate with John Wood at (843) 794-0266 and
john.w.wood12.civ@army.mil.
• Port Operations: Further coordination may be required with the Base Port Operations
Officer, LCDR Brandley Sinoc at (843) 794-7746 and Brandley.sinoc.1@us.af.mil.
• Ship Conflicts: To avoid ship conflicts, the Contractor must coordinate scheduling with
Ismail Young at (843) 794-0543 and ismail.a.young.civ@army.mil.
4.0 Safety and Environmental
4.1 Safety Standards
Work practices shall be strictly compliant with applicable safety standards, including but not
limited to the USACE Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1).
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4.2 Hot Work Permits Hot Work Permits
For all Hot Work Permits, contact the Fire Prevention inspectors at 794-7889, 794-7829, or 794-
7826. Do not go to the fire stations. The inspector will take the information needed for the permit
and an email address. If the permit does not require a site visit, they will email the permit to the
requestor. If the permit requires a site visit, the inspector will deliver the permit during the visit.
4.3 Environmental & Disposal
For recycling and disposal, all material permanently disconnected or removed during the course
of work shall be brought to the attention of Mark Darrington, Environmental Element Chief,
prior to being removed from Government property. Mr. Darrington can be reached at
mark.darrington.1@us.af.mil or 843-963-1470.
5.0 Images of Fender Damage & TC Dock
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Staged Fenders
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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