USS BOXER (LHD 4) FY27 Selected Restricted Availability (SRA) Request for Proposal (RFP)
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 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is soliciting proposals for the FY27 USS BOXER (LHD 4) Selected Restricted Availability (SRA). This comprehensive maintenance, modernization, and repair effort requires a highly capable contractor with substantial West Coast facilities and human resources. A single contract award is anticipated. Proposals are due May 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The SRA for the USS BOXER (LHD 4) involves extensive work, including:
- Maintenance: Hull structure (sea valves, watertight doors, ballast/fuel/CHT/potable water tank repairs), propulsion plant (boiler inspections, rudder seals, pumps), electric plant, auxiliary systems, outfit and furnishings, and armament. Key maintenance items include ballast tank repair, fuel oil tank repair, CHT tank repair, potable water tank repair, propulsion shafting inspection, and rudder inspection.
- Modernization: Propulsion and Auxiliary Control System (PACS), Ballast and Damage Control, Salinity Mod, NAB-Armory modernization, CANES CTU, 3MC Integration, FAS A-FRAM Boom replacement, 400 HZ SSFC Distribution, and Main Boiler Rear Refractory/Casing Upgrade.
- Estimated Man-Days: 255,308 for maintenance and 68,649 for modernization.
- Facility Requirements: Capable pier (for LHD class), electrical capacity, compressed air, potable water, sea water, and sewage disposal.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (RFP N0002426R4428)
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition)
- Proposal Due: May 15, 2026, by 18:00:00Z
- Published: May 6, 2026 (latest amendment)
- Anticipated Award: August 2026
- Availability Period: February 2027 to October 2028
Submission & Contact
- Submission Method: Electronically via PIEE.gov. Offerors must monitor PIEE.gov and SAM.gov for updates.
- Required Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) at SAM.gov.
- Accessing Attachments: Request access to CDRLs, J- and S- attachments by emailing Kevin Becker (kevin.r.becker2.civ@us.navy.mil) and Paul Kang (paul.k.kang.civ@us.navy.mil). Include your company's SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number. Attachments will be transmitted via DoD SAFE.
Additional Notes
This procurement is for a coast-wide West Coast requirement. The government's market research determined that no small business set-aside was appropriate due to the complexity, magnitude, and duration of the requirement.