The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the FY26 USNS KANAWHA Maintenance and Technical Assistance (MTA) contract. This procurement aims to secure shipbuilding and repair services, with a focus on non-nuclear ship repair, as outlined under NAICS code 336611. The contract is particularly significant for maintaining the operational readiness of naval vessels, ensuring they meet performance standards and safety regulations. Interested small businesses are encouraged to submit their proposals by the extended deadline of February 12, 2026, with the period of performance now scheduled from August 5, 2026, to November 19, 2026. For further inquiries, potential bidders can contact Susan Bryant at susan.b.bryant.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 757-777-4648.

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The document is a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) pertaining to access and use of technical data related to the USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196). The government authorizes the Offeror access to this data under strict terms to ensure compliance with relevant distribution statements and export controls. Key obligations for the Offeror include appointing a responsible corporate principal, using the data solely for proposal preparation and contract performance, enforcing internal controls to limit data access, and preventing unauthorized dissemination. The Offeror must provide information about any vendors or subcontractors involved and ensure they also sign similar NDAs. Upon completion of the contract or notice of award to another entity, the Offeror is required to return or destroy the data and certify its destruction. This NDA is crucial for protecting sensitive government information during the solicitation process of contract N3220525R6023. The document underscores the importance of confidentiality and accountability in government contracting and technical data handling.

Prepare for and accomplish the Midterm Availability of the USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196) as specified in the solicitation and in accordance with the work item package. The anticipated period of performance is 07/13/2026 to 09/27/2026. The place of performance for this contract shall be the contractor’s facility. Due to operational and national security availability considerations, the location shall be East or Gulf Coast.

All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which shall be considered by the agency.

The solicitation will be made available on or about 08/11/2025 through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment Solicitation Module. https://piee.eb.mil/sol/xhtml/unauth/index.xhtml.

To obtain access to the work item package and government furnished information technical data, complete and return the attached non-disclosure agreement to the point of contact of this announcement.

The decision to solicit as a total small business set-aside was made from market research. There is an expectation of receiving proposals from two or more small businesses.

Questions or comments regarding this notice may be addressed to the point of contact of this announcement.

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196) FY26 MTA

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTAThe purpose of this amendment is to: 1.Extend solicitation closing date to 10/03/2025. 2. Incorporate answered RFCs 003, 021-023, 025-035, 037-042, 044, 046, 047, 049-051, 053 and associated references. 3. Incorporate the following revised WIs: 0110, 0114, 0120, 0190, 0195, 0568, 0606, 0653A, 0653B. 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1. Incorporate answered RFCs 020, 036, 043, 045, 048, and 054 along with associate references. 2. Revise WI 135 3. Revise WI index to remove WI 402 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1. Incorporate answered RFCs 019, 024, 052, and 055. 2. Revise WI 0120, 0173, and 0606. 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1. Remove the following Work Items: 0174O and 0606. 2. Revise Work Item 011. 3. Revise Work Item to reflect removed WIs. 4. Extend Period of Performance (POP) from 07/13/2026-09/25/2026 to 07/13/2026-10/27/2026 (106 days). 5. Extend solicitation period from 10/03/2025 to 10/14/2025. 6. Revision of CLIN 0001AB description. 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1. Extend final proposal due date to 12/12/2025 by 3:00PM EST. 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1) Cancel WI 0215. 2) Revise WI 0509. 3) Revise WI 0519 to include SSDG numbers. 4) Revise J2 and WI Index to reflect removal of WI 0215. 5) Extend final proposal due date to 12/17/2025 by 3:00PM EST. 

FY26 USNS KANAWHA MTA\_The purpose of this amendment is to: 1) Extend final proposal due date to 02/12/2026. 2) Shift POP from 07/13/2026-10/27/2026 to 08/05/2026-11/19/2026. 

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