USNS ALAN SHEPARD FY26 MTA
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, specifically the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Headquarters Norfolk, has issued a Solicitation for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS ALAN SHEPARD (T-AKE 3). This procurement seeks services to be performed at a contractor's facility on the West Coast, United States. The opportunity is for Non Nuclear Ship Repair and is open for full and open competition. Proposals are due by April 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers a comprehensive work package comprising approximately 124 work items for the USNS ALAN SHEPARD. Key services include:
- General Services for Ship, Shipboard Access and Security.
- Cleaning and Gas Freeing of Tanks, Voids, Cofferdams, and Spaces.
- Annual Lifeboat Davit Inspection.
- Topside Steel and Preservation, and Preserve and Paint Machinery Spaces.
- Cleaning Main Generators and Propulsion Control System.
- Main Diesel Generator Pedestal Bearing Inspection.
- Seawater and Sprinkler Pump Replacements, and Fan Room Repairs.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- Period of Performance: 49 days, commencing on or about September 5, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility on the West Coast, CA, United States.
- Contract Type: Not explicitly specified, but procedures will follow FAR Part 15.
- Anticipated Award Date: August 6, 2026.
- Published Date: March 26, 2026.
- Response Date: April 24, 2026, at 6:00 PM Eastern Time.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This procurement is designated for full and open competition, based on market research anticipating at least two offers. There is no specific set-aside.
Submission & Evaluation
Procedures for this solicitation will adhere to FAR Part 15. Bidders should note the requirement for a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data (J-14-TechnicalNDA.docx). This NDA outlines terms for accessing technical data for proposal preparation and contract performance, including restrictions on dissemination, export controls, and the need for subcontractor flow-down NDAs. Compliance with this NDA is crucial for accessing necessary technical information.
Contact Information
For inquiries, the primary point of contact is Christina Guevara at christina.a.guevara.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-1266.