USS HOWARD (DDG83) FY26 6A01 NON-SKID WORK
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
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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 NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, is soliciting proposals for Non-Skid Work on the USS HOWARD (DDG-83). This requirement involves ship repair, preservation, and replacement work under three Task Group Instructions (TGIs) at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) Naval Base, Japan. This is a Solicitation for a Firm Fixed-Price Job Order under an existing Master Agreement for Repair and Alteration of Vessels (MARAV). Proposals are due by April 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM JST.
Scope of Work
The primary scope involves the replacement of the non-skid system on the USS HOWARD (DDG83). Specific work areas include the "01 Level Mid Ship Area Port" and "02 Level Weather, Frames between 316 and 333, Port and Starboard." The contractor will also be responsible for the installation and removal of scaffolding to support ship repair facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) work. Compliance with applicable NAVSEA Standard Items (NSIs) and SRF-JRMC Local Standard Items (LSIs) is required, along with adherence to occupational and health standards (29 CFR 1915). Other requirements include managing Government Furnished Material (GFM) and Contractor Furnished Material (CFM), submitting an integrated production schedule, identifying "Condition Found" work, and complying with security, OPSEC, and CUI regulations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price Job Order under an existing MARAV.
- Period of Performance: May 18, 2026, through June 22, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Aboard the USS HOWARD (DDG83) at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan.
- Set-Aside: No specific set-aside designated.
- Eligibility: This solicitation is only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in Japan as prescribed by DFARS 252.225-7042. Offerors must possess an active U.S. Navy MSRA/ABR as a Prime Contractor or have a plan to obtain certification (which can take up to a year).
- Proposal Due: April 3, 2026, 10:00 AM JST.
- Questions Due: March 30, 2026, 10:00 AM JST.
- Published Date: March 26, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to Takayo Shiba (takayo.shiba.ln@us.navy.mil). Offerors must specify any hazardous material in accordance with FAR 52.223-3 and DFARS 252.223-7001, and indicate if sea transportation is anticipated per DFARS 252.247-7022. Any time limit on the offer must be specified. Amendments must be acknowledged. Award will be made to the responsible, technically acceptable offeror with the lowest evaluated price. Evaluation is based on Price (Lowest Total Price) and Technical Acceptability, which requires meeting minimum requirements and demonstrating understanding of the scope of work.
Additional Notes
References and large files will be provided via DoD SAFE; requests for access should be emailed to Takayo Shiba and Peter Arrieta. A "Request for Information Form" (Attachment III) is available for submitting questions. The Government reserves the right to conduct discussions and encourages offerors to submit their best price.