USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY (T-AO 208) PSA
ID: N3220525R4079Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Ship Building and Repairing (336611)

PSC

NON-NUCLEAR SHIP REPAIR (EAST) (J998)

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is soliciting proposals for the Planned Maintenance Availability (PSA) of the USNS Robert F. Kennedy (T-AO 208). This procurement involves shipbuilding and repair services, which are critical for maintaining the operational readiness of naval vessels. The solicitation details can be accessed through the provided PIEE link, and interested parties are encouraged to reach out to the primary contact, Douglas Jones, at jeffrey.d.jones156.civ@us.navy.mil or by phone at 757-287-6803, or the secondary contact, Christopher Ward, at christopher.s.ward1.civ@us.navy.mil or 757-443-5873, for further information. There is no set-aside for this opportunity, and the place of performance is within the United States.

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    The document outlines a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) related to the provision of technical data and computer software concerning the USNS ROBERT F KENNEDY (T-AO 208) to an Offeror. The NDA aims to ensure that the Offeror handles government technical data in compliance with various Department of Defense regulations. Key obligations imposed on the Offeror include appointing a corporate principal to oversee compliance, using the data exclusively for proposal preparation and contract execution, implementing organizational controls to restrict access, and prohibiting unauthorized distribution or reproduction of the data. The document also requires the identification of any subcontractors who will require similar NDAs and mandates the return or destruction of the data after contract completion. Additionally, the Offeror must assist the government in addressing any unauthorized disclosures, including financial reimbursement for recovery efforts. This NDA is integral to maintaining security around sensitive government information in the context of federal contracts and grants.
    The document outlines a presolicitation notice for the Post Shakedown Availability (PSA) of the USNS ROBERT F. KENNEDY (T-AO-208). The purpose is to prepare for maintenance and repair work from March 2 to July 15, 2026, at the contractor’s facility, located on the East and Gulf Coasts, due to operational security considerations. The solicitation is expected to be available around July 3, 2025. All interested parties may submit proposals, promoting full and open competition as determined by market research. Interested vendors must submit a non-disclosure agreement to access the work item package and associated government-provided information. The initiative underscores the government's commitment to ensuring the readiness and operability of its vessels through comprehensive contract opportunities.
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