Preservation, Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical/Electronic Repairs - VBSS 11MRX1101 and 11MRX1102
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
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 Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC), a part of the Department of the Navy, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought announcement. The purpose is to identify industry capability and interest in performing Preservation, Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical/Electronic Repairs for VBSS BOATS 11MRX1101 and 11MRX1102. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
The prospective contractor will be responsible for comprehensive Preservation, Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical/Electronic Repairs for the Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) boats, specifically 11MRX1101 and 11MRX1102. All work must be accomplished at the contractor's facility, which must be located within 50 miles of 32nd Street Naval Base San Diego. Vendors must demonstrate the ability to perform at least 51 percent of the work in-house and obtain necessary references and drawings from the original equipment manufacturer, United States Marine Incorporated (USMI), as SWRMC cannot provide these.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS: 336611 Ship Building and Repairing
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: May 24, 2026, to October 30, 2026
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, by 21:00 UTC
- Published: January 27, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested vendors must submit a capabilities statement (not exceeding five pages) demonstrating their ability to perform the services. The statement should include:
- Company name and address
- Business size (e.g., small, 8(a), WOSB, HUBZone, VOSB, SDVOSB)
- Point of contact information
- Company's technical capabilities
- Past or current contracts (contract number, period, type, amount, description, customer POC) demonstrating relevant experience
- Confirmation of ability to perform 51% of work in-house
- Confirmation of ability to obtain USMI references/drawings
- Confirmation of facility location within 50 miles of 32nd Street Naval Base San Diego
Evaluation
Responses will be evaluated to determine if respondents possess the requisite technical capabilities and experience. This is not an RFP, and the Government will not pay for any response efforts.
Additional Notes
This is for market research only and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. All responses should be emailed to 410B_RFP_26R0006_VBSS_Boats@us.navy.mil.