USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203) FY 2025 Mid-Term Availability (MTA)
ID: N3220525R4146Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

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Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

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NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (EAST) (J998)
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking potential businesses to fulfill a Mid-Term Availability (MTA) contract for the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203), anticipated to commence around August 16, 2025, for a duration of 75 days. The procurement involves various ship maintenance tasks, including tank cleaning, steel repairs, and overhauls on unspecified winches, with a particular emphasis on evaluating small business participation, especially from Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and 8(a) certified businesses. This opportunity is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of naval vessels, ensuring they meet safety and performance standards. Interested parties must submit a capabilities package by December 2, 2024, via email to the designated contracting officer, Bryan Makuch, at bryan.makuch@navy.mil, or contact him at 564-226-1259 for further inquiries.

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    The document outlines a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) governing access to sensitive technical data related to the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203) for Offerors responding to solicitation N3220525R4146. It establishes the conditions under which the Offerors may use the provided data, primarily for preparing proposals and executing contracts if awarded. Key requirements include ensuring compliance with applicable distribution and export controls, maintaining stringent access and organizational controls, and prohibiting unauthorized sharing or reproduction of the data. The Offerors are also responsible for identifying subcontractors who will adhere to similar NDA terms. Upon conclusion of any contract or award, the Offerors must either return or destroy all data, certifying any destruction to the Contracting Officer. Overall, the NDA aims to protect sensitive government information while facilitating compliance and authorized use among participating parties in federal contracting processes.
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is issuing a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential businesses capable of fulfilling a Midterm Availability (MTA) contract for the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203), starting around August 16, 2025, for a duration of 75 days. This notice does not constitute a solicitation for bids or proposals and no contract will be awarded at this stage. Interested parties are encouraged to respond by providing a capabilities package that outlines their qualifications, including company profile, facility details, and relevant partnerships. Key work components involve various ship maintenance tasks such as tank cleaning, steel repairs, and overhauls on unspecified winches. The MSC intends to evaluate small business participation, particularly focusing on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned, HUBZone, and 8(a) certified businesses. Responses are due by December 2, 2024, and submissions must be sent via email to the specified contracting officer. This notice serves as a market research tool to assess small business availability and promote competition in government contracting.
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