Description
The U.S. Navy is seeking a qualified ship‑repair contractor to perform the FY27 Mid‑Term Availability (MTA) on the USNS Wally Schirra (T‑AKE 8). The effort is a firm‑fixed‑price, stand‑alone contract covering planning, engineering, procurement, prefabrication, shipyard production, testing, and quality assurance for a comprehensive set of repair and maintenance work items. Work will be performed outside the contiguous United States, within the U.S. 7th Fleet Area of Responsibility (excluding India). The contract includes a base CLIN for the defined scope and an “Over‑and‑Above” CLIN to cover emergent repairs up to 27 % of the base value. Proposals must be submitted electronically by 0900 EDT on 16 Oct 2026 and will be evaluated on best‑value criteria (technical, past performance, price). The period of performance is 25 Jan 2027 – 15 Mar 2027 (approximately 51 days). The solicitation is not set‑aside for small business and requires a valid SAM registration. Key points for the contractor:
• Fixed‑price contract with a 180‑day proposal validity period.
• Mandatory certifications (welding, coating, safety, NDT) and hazardous‑waste management plan.
• Required ship‑yard/port facility security assessment and compliance with DD Form 254.
• Over‑and‑Above work must be authorized in writing; a blanket work authorization may be issued.
• All pricing must be net U.S. dollars, inclusive of shipping (FOB Destination).
• Primary point of contact: Bailey Butler (Contract Specialist).