Berthing and Messing Barge YRBM-57 Intermediate Maintenance Availability (IMAV)
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka, is soliciting proposals for the Intermediate Maintenance Availability (IMAV) of the Berthing and Messing Barge YRBM-57. This firm fixed-price requirement involves ship repair and maintenance, including significant upgrades to the air conditioning systems. Proposals are due by February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
The work package includes:
- Split Air Conditioning Systems Upgrade (WI 514-20-001): Modification and installation of new Split AC Systems, removal of obsolete equipment, and associated insulation and testing. This work item now includes Government Furnished Material (GFM) for specific Mitsubishi Electric AC units, controllers, and reducers.
- Sewage Collection, Holding Tank (CHT) Inspection (WI 123-16-001): Opening, inspecting, cleaning, and repairing CHT tanks and associated piping, requiring Marine Chemist certification.
- Cosmetic Polymeric Deck Covering System Replacement (WI 634-11-001): Replacement of deck covering on the 03 Level Stairway. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary tools, labor, and material, except for the specified GFM. All work must comply with NAVSEA Standard Items.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price Job Order under an existing Master Agreement for Repair and Alteration of Vessels (MARAV) (either a Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or an Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR)).
- Period of Performance: March 1, 2026, to June 15, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan.
- Eligibility: Offerors must possess an active U.S. MSRA/ABR as a Prime Contractor and be authorized to operate and do business in Japan.
Key Dates & Submission
- Proposal Submission Deadline: February 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM Japan Standard Time (JST).
- Access to Work Specification Package (Attachment I): Offerors must request access via email to Kazuo.Takamura.ln@us.navy.mil or peterjommel.s.arrieta.ln@us.navy.mil. Access is granted for 14 days.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible, technically acceptable offeror with the lowest evaluated price. Price is the dominant factor, and technical acceptability will be rated as "Acceptable" or "Unacceptable."
Amendments & Important Notes
Multiple amendments have been issued. The latest (Amendment 0005) confirms a change for Work Item 514-20-001, where specific AC components will now be Government Furnished Material (GFM). Previous contractor inquiries regarding changing Contractor Furnished Material (CFM) to GFM for other items were generally rejected if lead times were excessive. The solicitation was reopened due to no bids received initially, leading to several deadline extensions.