The PSC code C216 covers Marine Architect and Engineering Services, which encompass a broad range of specialized design, analysis, and consulting activities related to marine vessels, offshore structures, and other waterborne assets. This category includes services such as naval architecture, marine engineering design, hydrodynamic analysis, structural assessments, and marine systems integration. Government agencies utilize this PSC when procuring expert consulting and engineering support to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant marine operations and infrastructure.

Typical Buyers & Agencies for PSC C216

Federal agencies such as the Department of Defense (including the Navy and Coast Guard), the Department of Transportation (Maritime Administration), and the Army Corps of Engineers commonly contract under PSC C216. These agencies require marine engineering expertise to support vessel acquisition, maintenance, modernization projects, harbor and port infrastructure, and offshore facility development. The specialized nature of marine engineering services makes this PSC essential for projects involving marine and coastal assets.

Common Contract Types for PSC C216

Contracts under PSC C216 frequently include firm-fixed-price, cost-reimbursement, and time-and-materials agreements, depending on the project's complexity and risk. Procurement methods range from competitive sealed bidding to negotiated procurements, including small business set-asides. Typical use cases involve design and analysis of vessels and marine structures, feasibility studies, environmental impact assessments, and technical consulting throughout the lifecycle of marine projects.

Plain-Language Breakdown for PSC C216

Covers specialized marine architect and engineering services for vessels and offshore structures.
Commonly used by Navy, Coast Guard, Maritime Administration, and Army Corps of Engineers.
Includes design, analysis, consulting, and environmental compliance services.
Contracts vary from firm-fixed-price to cost-reimbursement and time-and-materials.
Procurement methods include competitive bidding and negotiated contracts with set-asides.
Often paired with NAICS 541330, 541310, and 541620 for engineering and consulting services.

Related Categories for PSC C216

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C213 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: INSPECTION (NON-CONSTRUCTION)

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C214 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING

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C215 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: PRODUCTION ENGINEERING

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C219 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: OTHER

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C220 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING

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C221 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: PLUMBING SYSTEMS

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C222 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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C223 ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

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