Description
The Massachusetts Maritime Academy is seeking a shipyard to perform dry‑docking, inspections, repairs, hull cleaning, ultrasonic gauging, antifouling and hull painting, and related mechanical work on its training vessel Ranger (≈ 80 ft). The work must begin when the vessel is available on 11 Dec 2026, with haul‑out no later than 18 Dec 2026, and be completed no later than 19 Feb 2027. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, and certifications, and may also price optional services such as coolant system cleaning, gunnel repairs, and deck hydroblasting.
• Scope includes full dry‑dock services, hull cleaning, ultrasonic thickness survey, replacement of zinc anodes, painting (antifouling below water & gloss black above water), and shaft/ rudder packings.
• Mandatory deliverables: detailed price proposal, required certifications, and compliance with Commonwealth contract forms; all work must comply with U.S. Coast Guard school‑ship standards.
• Timeline is tight: bids due 3 Nov 2026, award expected 6 Nov 2026, with the vessel’s availability window of roughly two months for completion.