ESD 26R0018 SOLICITATION

The Military Sealift Command is seeking a contractor to operate and maintain its Expeditionary Transfer Dock (ESD) fleet. The contractor must keep the vessels mission‑ready at all times, comply with U.S. Coast Guard and ABS regulations, maintain valid certifications, and possess a SECRET facilities clearance for both the organization and its personnel. The award will be a single, fixed‑price contract with pass‑through elements, selected via a trade‑off source selection process. Offerors must demonstrate technical acceptability and be capable of providing continuous, professional operation and maintenance services for the ESD vessels. • Operate and maintain Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels on a continuous, mission‑ready basis. • Ensure compliance with USCG and ABS rules, including maintaining a valid Certificate of Inspection and ABS classifications. • Maintain a SECRET facilities clearance and employ personnel with SECRET security clearances. • Provide a single fixed‑price contract with trade‑off source selection. • Demonstrate technical acceptability as defined in the solicitation.