The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command in Norfolk, is seeking qualified contractors for the lay berth and mid-term repair of the USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9), with the availability period commencing around October 1, 2025, and extending until September 30, 2026, at the contractor's facility on the West Coast. The procurement aims to ensure comprehensive maintenance and repair services, emphasizing preventive measures and compliance with safety and environmental regulations, particularly concerning hazardous materials. Interested firms are invited to submit a capabilities package demonstrating their qualifications, with a submission deadline of February 4, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. EST, to Damian Finke at damian.w.finke.civ@us.navy.mil. This sources sought notice is not a solicitation for proposals, and no contract will be awarded from this notice.