USNS HENRY J. KAISER - INTERIOR JOINER DOORS
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 Department of the Navy / Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for Interior Joiner Doors to support the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187). This is not a solicitation, but an effort to identify eligible businesses capable of manufacturing these doors from provided drawings. Responses are due by June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The primary requirement is the ability to provide Interior Joiner Doors that can be manufactured from provided drawings for the USNS HENRY J. KAISER (T-AO 187). This market research aims to determine the availability and adequacy of potential small business sources.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (Market Research)
- NAICS Code: 332321 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing)
- Estimated Solicitation Issue Date: On or about June 19, 2026
- Anticipated Contract Award Date: On or about July 6, 2026
- Response Due: Friday, June 12, 2026, by 1:00 PM Eastern Standard Time
- Published: June 2, 2026
Eligibility & Set-Aside Consideration
Small businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Certified HUBZone, and Certified 8(a) Small Businesses are encouraged to respond. The Government will use responses to determine if a small business set-aside acquisition is in its best interest, in lieu of full and open competition.
Submission Requirements
Interested businesses should submit a brief capabilities package via email to caren.l.edanol.civ@us.navy.mil. The package must include:
- Company Profile: Number of employees, office location(s), DUNS number, CAGE Code, and small business designation/status.
- Facility Information: Where the work will be performed.
- Partnership Agreements: Details of any agreements with large businesses. Fax or mail submissions will not be accepted. Submission is not a prerequisite for future offerings, but participation assists the Government in tailoring requirements.
Additional Notes
This is not a request for quote or proposal, and the Government will not pay for information received. Questions can be directed to Caren Edanol via email.