USNS Millinocket Deactivation
ID: N3220525R4016Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (WEST) (J999)

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https://sam.gov/opp/2be1b9daad254a77befc49a023a379ac/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is seeking qualified contractors for the deactivation of the USNS Millinocket (T-EPF 3), scheduled to commence on or about May 2, 2025, for a duration of 60 days. The project will involve a range of maintenance procedures categorized into general services, hull and structural maintenance, propulsion machinery, electrical needs, communication and navigation, auxiliary machinery, HVAC systems, and drydocking, with specific tasks including the removal of main engines and onboard communication devices, while adhering to safety protocols for hazardous materials. Interested firms are encouraged to demonstrate their experience in similar work and must submit their responses by 10:00 a.m. Norfolk, VA time on November 20, 2025, via email to David Luca at david.j.luca.civ@us.navy.mil. This notice is a sources sought notice only and does not constitute a solicitation or request for quotes.

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    Work Item Index Report.docx
    The MSC Corrective Maintenance Engineering Report for the USNS Millinocket (EPF 3) outlines the planned deactivation maintenance procedures scheduled for May 2, 2025. It categorizes work items into general services and requirements, hull and structural maintenance, propulsion machinery, electrical needs, communication and navigation, auxiliary machinery, HVAC systems, and drydocking. Each category contains specific tasks, including safety measures, equipment removal, and system deactivation, necessary for efficient vessel lay-up and maintenance. Key activities involve the removal of main engines, dehumidification systems, and various onboard communication devices, emphasizing proper handling of hazardous materials and safety protocols such as gas-free certificates and asbestos air sampling. The report serves as a formal document guiding contractors in the maintenance process through clear definitions, services required, and a structured index of necessary work items crucial for compliance and operational readiness of the vessel. Overall, it highlights the meticulous planning involved in the U.S. Navy's maintenance operations to ensure the safe and effective management of naval assets.
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