USS New Orleans (LPD-18), 2B MPDE GVNR; repair

The U.S. Navy is seeking a qualified contractor to repair a single 2‑B Main Propulsion Diesel Engine (MPDE) governor installed on the amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD‑18) while the ship is docked at Sasebo Naval Base, Japan. The work includes removal, disassembly, cleaning, inspection, overhaul using an OEM‑provided kit, replacement of mandatory parts, bench‑testing, calibration to OEM standards, and return of the repaired governor to the ship. Government‑furnished material (GFM) will supply most consumables, and a per‑part material cost ceiling of $500 applies, with required reporting for any cost overruns. The contract will be a firm‑fixed‑price job order, priced in Japanese Yen, and must be performed by a contractor holding an active Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) for the Japan region. • Scope: Remove, overhaul, calibrate, and reinstall one MPDE governor (2‑B) on USS New Orleans. • Location: Ship at Sasebo Naval Base, Japan; repair may be performed at an OEM‑authorized shop (e.g., Nakajima Nozzle Co., Ltd). • Funding: $500 per new replacement part limit; no overall contract value disclosed; funds not yet available. • Eligibility: Must have an active MSRA/ABR for Japan or obtain one before award; must be authorized to operate in Japan. • Timeline: Quote due 1 Sep 2026; performance window 15 Sep 2026 – 30 Jan 2027.