The Military Sealift Command is issuing a presolicitation notice for the Regular Overhaul Availability (ROH) of the USNS Henry J Kaiser (T-AO 187), with a target start date around March 31, 2025, lasting approximately 100 days. The Norfolk contracting office is seeking eligible businesses for this project, emphasizing a 100% small business set-aside, following supportive market research. Key tasks will include substantial maintenance work, specifically on various ship components such as the tank deck, deck steel, and underwater hull. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on September 18, 2024, and will be available on beta.SAM.gov. Interested parties are encouraged to submit a Non-Disclosure Agreement to the contracting officer, Daria Chick, and inquiries can also be directed to Ian Keller. This notice outlines the intent to improve national maritime capabilities through targeted contracts, promoting small business engagement in federal procurement processes.
The document outlines a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) governing the use of technical data provided by the Government to the Offeror for purposes related to the USNS PECOS (T-AO 197) contract solicitation (N3220524R4151). The Offeror commits to various responsibilities, including ensuring compliance through a corporate principal's signature, using the data solely for proposal preparation and contract performance, and adhering to distribution restrictions and export controls. Furthermore, the Offeror must implement organizational controls to restrict data access and prevent unauthorized dissemination, with obligations to report vendor/subcontractor details. Upon contract award or completion, the Offeror is required to return or destroy all data and certify such actions. Additionally, the Offeror agrees to cooperate with the Government in addressing unauthorized disclosures and covering any incurred costs. This NDA establishes critical data protection protocols essential in government procurements to safeguard sensitive information and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.