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, Military Sealift Command (MSC), is soliciting proposals for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS ALAN SHEPERD (T-AKE 3). This procurement involves comprehensive ship repair and maintenance services to be performed at a contractor's facility on the West Coast. The opportunity is set for full and open competition. Proposals are due April 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers approximately 124 distinct work items for the USNS ALAN SHEPERD. Key services include:
- General Ship Services: Shipboard access, security, cleaning, and gas freeing of tanks, voids, cofferdams, and spaces.
- Structural & Preservation: Topside steel work and preservation, painting of machinery spaces.
- Mechanical & Electrical: Annual lifeboat davit inspection, cleaning of main generators and propulsion control systems, main diesel generator pedestal bearing inspection, seawater and sprinkler pump replacements, and fan room repairs. The period of performance is 49 days, commencing on or about September 5, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Product Service Code: J999 - Non Nuclear Ship Repair (West)
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility on the West Coast, United States (specifically California, as per metadata).
- Contract Type: Not explicitly specified, but procedures will follow FAR Part 15.
- Anticipated Award Date: August 6, 2026.
Eligibility & Set-Aside
This procurement is designated for full and open competition, as determined by market research anticipating at least two offers. There is no specific set-aside.
Submission & Evaluation
- Proposal Due Date: April 24, 2026, by 6:00 PM ET.
- Procedures: FAR Part 15 will govern the procurement process.
- Technical Data Access: Bidders requiring access to Government Technical Data must execute a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This NDA outlines strict terms for data use, dissemination control, export compliance, and requires flow-down to subcontractors. Failure to comply may prevent access to critical information.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Christina Guevara at christina.a.guevara.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-1266.