Ship Repair and Maintenance for Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) - USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19) DSRA Availability 6C1
Overview
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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 Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP FLCY, has issued a pre-solicitation notice for an upcoming Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) contract. This opportunity is for Ship Repair and Continuous Maintenance Services for the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19), a Forward Deployed Naval Forces (FDNF) vessel. The work will be performed at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) in Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan. The Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released on or about April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves repair and continuous maintenance of the USS BLUE RIDGE (LCC 19). A specific work item identified is WS Item Number 992-11-001: Provide Contractor Service Work for Temporary Scaffolding Labor Service. The overall effort aims to ensure the satisfactory repair of the U.S. Navy ship.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Anticipated Period of Performance: July 21, 2026, to June 30, 2027
- Anticipated RFP Release: On or about April 15, 2026
- Published Date: March 30, 2026
- Set-Aside: No socio-economic set-asides will be used for this acquisition.
Eligibility & Requirements
This solicitation is intended only for sources duly authorized to operate and do business in Japan, as prescribed by DFARS 252.225-7042. Additionally, offerors must possess a current and active USN Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) issued by the U.S. Navy or NAVSUP FLCY. Non-MSRA/ABR holders may request an application package from flcy_msra_abr_group@us.navy.mil, but should note that the certification process may require up to a year to complete.
Additional Notes
This is a pre-solicitation notice, not a request for proposals. The official solicitation and any amendments will be made available electronically via SAM.gov. Interested parties are responsible for monitoring the website for the release of the RFP. All questions regarding this pre-solicitation should be submitted in writing to the listed Points of Contact.