USNS CESAR CHAVEZ (T-AKE 14) MID-TERM 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 the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) requirement for the USNS CESAR CHAVEZ (T-AKE 14). This presolicitation notice seeks capability statements from ship repair firms in the Seventh Fleet Area of Responsibility (AOR). The MTA is tentatively scheduled for late 2026. Capability statements are due April 1, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity involves a major ship repair availability for the USNS CESAR CHAVEZ (T-AKE 14). The attached Work Item Index provides a comprehensive overview of anticipated tasks, including:
- General Services and Requirements
- Hull and Structural maintenance (e.g., hull preservation)
- Propulsion Machinery
- Electrical systems
- Communication and Navigation
- Auxiliary Machinery
- Habitability Outfitting and Furnishings
- HVAC
- Drydocking
- Underway Replenishment Equipment The index details potential maintenance, repair, inspection, and certification tasks, with categories (A, B, NSP) possibly indicating priority.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Synopsis notice only, not a solicitation)
- Anticipated Solicitation: Competitive, for Mid-Term Availability (MTA)
- Anticipated Performance: Late Calendar Year 2026
- Place of Performance: Contractor shipyard in the Seventh Fleet AOR
- Product Service Code: J999 - Non Nuclear Ship Repair (West)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Capability Statement Due: April 1, 2026 (15 calendar days after March 17, 2026)
- Published: March 17, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested ship repair firms must submit a capability statement on company letterhead, including:
- Point of Contact: Name, telephone, mailing address, e-mail.
- Firm Description: Brief overview and capabilities for major ship repair overhaul.
- Relevant Work: Highlight experience corresponding to the Work Item Index, including contract types, dollar value, number of employees, and years in business.
- Website Address.
- Experience: If applicable, experience repairing U.S. Navy ships.
- Format: Five (5) pages or less.
- Submission: Email to Ms. Doris Bay at siewkimdoris.bay.ln@us.navy.mil with "Capability Statement – Synopsis Response" in the subject.
- Eligibility: Must have an active SAM.gov registration and be authorized to do business in the country of performance.
Additional Notes
This is a synopsis for market research purposes and does not guarantee a future solicitation or contract award. The information is subject to change.