T-EPF MTU Main Propulsion Diesel Engine Power Unit overhaul
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for the overhaul, preservation, and storage of MTU Main Propulsion Diesel Engine Power Units. This market research aims to identify qualified firms for the removal of these units from the ex-SPEARHEAD and ex-FALL RIVER, followed by their overhaul and long-term preservation at an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) authorized facility. The target date for solicitation issuance is on or about July 10, 2026. Responses to this Sources Sought are due by June 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves:
- Removal: Authorized MTU OEM Representatives will remove eighty (80) MTU Main Propulsion Diesel Engines (Model: 20V8000M71L) per vessel from the Port and Starboard Main Engine Rooms.
- Preparation for Shipping: Units must be cleaned, polished (for ex-Spearhead units), and prepared for shipping using provided OEM transportation cases.
- Logistics: The contractor will arrange for fork truck rental, air compressor rental, HAZMAT (coolant) disposal, and shipping of cases to the overhaul facility.
- Overhaul: Power units from the ex-Fall River will be overhauled to return them to service.
- Preservation: All overhauled power units will be preserved for long-term storage.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought
- NAICS Code: 811310, Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (Size Standard: $12.5M)
- Set-Aside: Not specified; however, firms are requested to indicate their small business designation and socioeconomic status.
- Response Due: June 24, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
- Published Date: June 10, 2026
- Anticipated Solicitation: On or about July 10, 2026
- Place of Performance (Removal): Beaumont Reserve Fleet, Beaumont, TX
- Place of Performance (Overhaul): MTU Facility
- Period of Performance (Removal): Upon Award – September 15, 2026
- Period of Performance (Overhaul): Upon Award – One Year Post Award
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should submit a brief capabilities package demonstrating their ability and experience. This package must address:
- Company Profile (employees, office location(s), UEI, CAGE Code, small business designation/status).
- Description and location of the facility where work will be performed.
- Indication of large or small business status and socioeconomic category (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.).
- Partnership, teaming, joint ventures, or mentor-protégé agreements.
Additional Notes
This is a Sources Sought notice for market research only and is not a solicitation. No contract will be awarded from this notice. Submission of a capabilities statement is not a prerequisite for future offerings, but participation will assist the Government in assessing available shipyards. The Government will not pay for any information received.