USNS ALAN SHEPARD (T-AKE 3) VOYAGE REPAIR AVAILABILITY
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 NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Yokosuka Site Singapore intends to issue a competitive solicitation for a Voyage Repair Availability (VRA) for the USNS ALAN SHEPARD (T-AKE 3). This presolicitation notice indicates the VRA is tentatively scheduled from March 19 - April 1, 2026, with the place of performance in Thailand. Potential offerors must possess an active SAM.gov registration and a current USN Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) issued by NAVSUP FLCY.
Scope of Work
The VRA will involve various corrective maintenance tasks for the USNS ALAN SHEPARD (T-AKE 3). An attached Work Item Index Report, dated February 12, 2026, details specific work items categorized under:
- General Services and Requirements
- Electrical
- Communication and Navigation
- Auxiliary Machinery
- Habitability
- HVAC
- Drydocking This index provides a comprehensive list for bidders to understand the scope of potential work and assess their capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (intent to issue a competitive solicitation)
- Tentative VRA Schedule: March 19 - April 1, 2026
- Place of Performance: Thailand
- Published: February 13, 2026
- Response Due (for this notice): February 17, 2026 (for questions pertaining to this notice)
Key Requirements
To be eligible for award, offerors must:
- Have an active registration in SAM.gov.
- Be authorized to do business in Thailand.
- Possess a current and active USN Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) issued by NAVSUP FLCY. Evidence of this must be provided.
Additional Notes
This is a synopsis notice only and not a solicitation or request for proposal. No contract will be awarded from this notice. The information is subject to change. For any questions pertaining to this notice, contact Hipolito Ferrer at hipolito.p.ferrer.civ@us.navy.mil.