USNS GRASP FY27 Regular Overhaul and Drydocking
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Department of the Navy / Military Sealift Command (MSCHQ Norfolk) has issued a Solicitation for the USNS GRASP FY27 Regular Overhaul and Drydocking. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5). The work involves comprehensive ship repair services for the USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51). Proposals are due by May 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks firms capable of performing a Regular Overhaul and Drydocking for the USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51). The work is anticipated to commence on or about January 11, 2027, and conclude by March 26, 2027. Performance will take place at the contractor's facility, specifically within the West Coast, Hawaii, or Alaska area of consideration. The USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51) is 255 ft long, with a 50 ft beam, 17 ft 1 in arrival draft, and 3,203 Gross Tons. The relevant Product/Service Code is J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Published Date: April 28, 2026
- Response Due: May 27, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
Key Requirements & Documents
Offerors are required to execute a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data related to USNS GRASP (T-ARS 51) (Solicitation N3220526R6039). This NDA is mandatory for accessing sensitive technical data necessary for proposal preparation and subsequent contract performance. Key terms of the NDA include:
- Use of data solely for proposal and contract performance.
- Compliance with dissemination restrictions and export controls.
- Establishment of organizational controls to limit access.
- Prohibition against unauthorized copying, release, or distribution.
- Requirement for subcontractors to execute similar NDAs.
- Obligation to return or destroy data upon completion or non-award, with certification.
- Liability for costs and damages resulting from unauthorized disclosure. The solicitation is managed through the PIEE Solicitation Module.
Contact Information
- Primary Point of Contact: Colin Edick, colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil, 5642261232
- Secondary Point of Contact: Ray Gardner, raymond.f.gardner.civ@us.navy.mil, (564) 226-3191