USNS HENRY J. KAISER FY 27 ROH/DD
ID: N3220526R6024Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSCHQ NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (WEST) (J999)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/e3ecaf893ac1411c807f4928975bde39/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking contractors to prepare for and accomplish the Regular Overhaul and Dry Docking of the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187) as outlined in the forthcoming solicitation. This contract will involve comprehensive ship repair services, with the anticipated performance period set from December 15, 2026, to April 13, 2027, at the contractor's facility on the West Coast. The opportunity is significant as it pertains to the maintenance and operational readiness of a key naval vessel, ensuring continued support for maritime operations. Interested parties are encouraged to submit capability statements or proposals, and should contact Bryan Makuch at bryan.makuch@navy.mil or 564-226-1259 for further information. The solicitation is expected to be released around January 16, 2026, and access to technical data will require signing a Non-Disclosure Agreement as detailed in the attached documentation.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Bryan Makuch
    (564) 226-1259
    bryan.makuch@navy.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    J-14 NDA.pdf
    Attachment J-14 outlines a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for technical data related to the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187) for solicitation N3220526R6024. Offerors are granted access to government technical data and software, subject to strict controls and limitations as per DoDI 5230.24 and DoD-M 5200.01-V4. Key terms require the Offeror to use the data solely for proposal preparation and contract performance, comply with dissemination restrictions and export controls, establish organizational access controls, and prevent unauthorized disclosure. Offerors must also identify subcontractors, ensure they sign similar flow-down NDAs, and return or destroy all data upon contract award to another entity or work completion. The agreement holds the Offeror responsible for costs and damages resulting from unauthorized disclosure, emphasizing the critical need for data security and compliance.
    N3220526R6024 SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE.pdf
    Military Sealift Command (MSC) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify eligible businesses for the Regular Overhaul/Dry-Docking (ROH/DD) Availability of the USNS HENRY J KAISER (T-AO 187). This is not a solicitation, but a request for capabilities from interested contractors for work commencing around December 15, 2026, for 120 calendar days on the West Coast. The vessel's dimensions require facilities that can accommodate its 677.5 ft length, 97.5 ft beam, and specific draft requirements. Major work items include preservation of various tanks and spaces, engine and distilling plant maintenance, deck tile replacement, drydocking, hull cleaning and painting, and ram tensioner refurbishment. The anticipated solicitation date is January 17, 2026, under NAICS Code 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing) with a size standard of 1300 employees. Small businesses, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and Section 8(a) businesses, are encouraged to respond. Responses, including company profile, facility location, and any partnership agreements, are due by December 15, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time via email to bryan.j.makuch.civ@us.navy.mil. This market research will inform the government's acquisition strategy.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    USNS HENRY J. KAISER FY 27 ROH/DD
    Currently viewing
    Presolicitation
    USNS HENRY J. KAISER FY 27 ROH/DD Sources Sought
    Sources Sought
    Similar Opportunities
    USCGC KANKAKEE (WLR 75500) FY26 Dry Dock Availability
    Homeland Security, Department Of
    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide dry dock availability services for the USCGC KANKAKEE (WLR 75500) during FY26. The procurement involves comprehensive dockside repairs, including hull inspections, propulsion system overhauls, and preservation tasks, all in accordance with specified regulations and standards. This contract is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the vessel, with a performance period anticipated from March 10, 2026, to May 19, 2026. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by January 6, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Jerrod Gonzales or Sandra Martinez via email.
    USCGC-KUKUI-DOCKSIDE-REPAIRS AMENDMENT
    Homeland Security, Department Of
    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking qualified contractors for dockside repairs on the USCGC KUKUI (WLB 203), a 225-foot Seagoing Buoy Tender. The scope of work includes essential repairs such as cleaning and inspecting tanks, servicing hydraulic equipment, renewing piping, replacing windows, and preserving decks, with the performance period anticipated from March 31, 2026, to June 9, 2026. This procurement is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the vessel, which plays a vital role in maritime operations. Interested companies, including small businesses and those owned by veterans or women, must submit their responses by December 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM EST, to the primary contacts, Jayne Gluck and Sandra A. Martinez, with the necessary documentation to support their business size status and intent to bid.
    USNS MEGAR EVERS 2026 MTA
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the USNS MEGAR EVERS 2026 Maintenance and Technical Assistance (MTA) contract. This opportunity involves various amendments to the original solicitation, including the addition and revision of work instructions, correction of contract line item numbers, and updates to the period of performance, which has been adjusted to span from August 19, 2026, to October 7, 2026. The contract is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and maintenance of naval vessels, particularly in the shipbuilding and repairing sector. Interested parties should note that the request for comments (RFC) is due by 10:00 AM EST on February 16, 2026, with the request for proposals (RFP) closing at 1:00 PM EST on March 5, 2026. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Darius Swift at darius.swift.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 564-226-4528.
    USS DEWEY DDG105 FY26 6C1 SRA(d) Bundle #5 Chief of Naval Operation Availability Yokosuka Japan
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, is soliciting proposals for the Chief of Naval Operation Availability (CNO) of the USS DEWEY (DDG-105) as part of its FY26 6C1 Selected Repair Availability (SRA(d)) Bundle 5. The procurement involves comprehensive ship repair and maintenance tasks, including twenty-two specific Task Group Instructions (TGIs) that encompass various overhaul, preservation, and replacement work on board the vessel. This contract is critical for ensuring the operational readiness and maintenance of naval assets, with the performance period scheduled from March 30, 2026, to September 7, 2026, at the Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka Naval Base. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by January 8, 2026, to Takayo Shiba at takayo.shiba.ln@us.navy.mil, and are encouraged to review the detailed requirements and specifications provided in the solicitation documents.
    N0002426R4405 USS DONALD COOK (DDG 75) Sources Sought
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is conducting a sources sought announcement for the FY27 Dry Docking Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA) of the USS DONALD COOK (DDG 75). The procurement aims to identify industry capabilities and interest in performing extensive maintenance and modernization work, including significant upgrades to various systems and structural repairs, scheduled from January 11, 2027, to April 15, 2028. This project is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the vessel and involves approximately 70,000 man-days for maintenance and 15,000 for modernization, requiring contractors to have specific facilities and capabilities, including a dry dock suitable for a DDG51 Class Ship. Interested parties must submit their letters of interest by 4 PM Local Time on January 2, 2026, to the designated contacts, Brian Romano and Alicia Vesey, via the provided email addresses.
    USS BLUE RIDGE 5C1 DSRA TYCOM 7 (YOKOSUKA, JAPAN)
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, is soliciting proposals for the repair and maintenance of the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC-19) as part of a Drydocking Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA) project. This procurement involves a comprehensive package of work items, including structural repairs, system testing, and maintenance tasks, with a performance period scheduled from July 21, 2026, to June 20, 2028. The selected contractor must possess an active Master Agreement for Repair and Alteration of Vessels (MARAV) and be authorized to operate in Japan, ensuring compliance with stringent safety and quality standards. Interested parties must submit their proposals by October 17, 2025, at 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time, and can request access to the detailed work specifications via email to the designated contacts.
    DRY DOCK USCG BEAR FY26 DD
    Homeland Security, Department Of
    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking sources for dry dock repairs for the USCGC BEAR (WMEC 901) in fiscal year 2026. The procurement involves dry dock services, temporary cutter services, and the repair and preservation of ballast tanks, with work required to be performed within a 50-mile radius of the vessel's homeport in Portsmouth, VA, from July 20 to August 9, 2026. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of the cutter, which plays a vital role in maritime safety and security. Interested parties must submit their information, including company details and past performance, by December 29, 2026, at 11:00 am EST, and must be registered in SAM to participate. For further inquiries, contact Chelsea Clark at Chelsea.Clark@uscg.mil or Kaity George at kaity.george@uscg.mil.
    USCGC HERIBERTO HERNANDEZ (WPC 1114) DOCKSIDE AVAILABILITY FY2026
    Homeland Security, Department Of
    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Coast Guard, is seeking capable contractors for dockside repairs to the USCGC HERIBERTO HERNANDEZ (WPC 1114) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, scheduled for fiscal year 2026. The scope of work includes essential repairs such as topside exterior structure maintenance, bilge surface cleaning, MDE plenums paint removal, ASW piping renewal, polyethylene deck protector renewal, and interior wet deck coverings renewal, with an anticipated performance period of 30 days from July 14, 2026, to August 12, 2026. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the vessel, which plays a vital role in the Coast Guard's mission. Interested companies must submit their capabilities, business size, small business certifications (if applicable), a statement of proposal submission intent, and past performance information by January 2, 2026, to the primary contact, Kurt Hoyer, at kurt.e.hoyer@uscg.mil or by phone at 304-694-3603.
    USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG 54) FY22 Dry-Dock Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA)
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center, is seeking a contractor for the USS CURTIS WILBUR (DDG 54) FY22 Dry-Dock Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA). This procurement involves a sole source contract action to add one new work item to an existing firm fixed price contract awarded to NASSCO under contract number N55236-22-C-0001. The work is critical for maintaining the operational readiness of the vessel, ensuring it meets the necessary standards for naval operations. Interested parties can reach out to Kristin Porter at kristin.n.porter2.civ@us.navy.mil or Connor Chamberlain at connor.n.chamberlain.civ@us.navy.mil for further details regarding this opportunity.
    YC-1381 OVERHAUL
    Dept Of Defense
    The Department of Defense, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, is soliciting proposals for the overhaul of the YC-1381 vessel, with a performance period from March 1 to June 30, 2026. This procurement requires contractors to provide comprehensive labor, materials, and equipment for maintenance tasks, including towing, dry docking, hull cleaning, and structural repairs, adhering to specific naval standards and regulations. Eligible firms must possess an active U.S. Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) and be authorized to operate in Japan. Proposals are due by January 22, 2026, and interested parties should contact Josabeth Brizuela at josabeth.a.brizuela.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.