USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205) MID-TERM AVAILABILITY (MTA)

Solicitation

This solicitation is for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205). The requirement is for repair and maintenance services to be performed in the U.S. 7th Fleet Area of Responsibility, with a geographical restriction excluding performance in India.

• The core work involves completing the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205) as per Military Sealift Command (MSC) specification SSU SN 27-003.

• This includes planning, document preparation, engineering, procurement, prefabrication, and shipyard production work.

• Specific tasks include management, procurement, testing, quality assurance, technical capability, and resources for repairs and alterations.

• Progress measurement systems and a performance milestone schedule/critical path chart are required.

• Quality control procedures must be applied to ensure procured material and performed work meet required standards.

• Stringent configuration control procedures are necessary.

• The contract also incorporates provisions for hazardous material handling and prevention of oil discharge.

• Period of Performance: September 15, 2026, to November 14, 2026, with an option period from November 15, 2026, to November 29, 2026.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) with Time and Materials (T&M) CLINs (0003 & 0004) for growth work.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but CLINs are defined with quantities and pricing arrangements.

• Proposal Due Date: June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM Singapore Standard Time.

• Submission Method: Electronic submission via email to the POCs listed, with large files to be transmitted via DoD SAFE.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on price and non-price factors, including Technical Factors (Understanding the Work Package, Ability to Perform, Management Control and Quality Assurance) and Past Performance.

• Proposal Validity: Must be valid for at least 180 calendar days from the proposal due date.

• If the government receives offers from two or more responsible small business concerns that are competitive, the solicitation may be considered a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• References for work items will be provided via DoD SAFE. Requests for references should be sent to Keiko D'Agostino.

• The solicitation includes conditional provisions and clauses that self-delete if not applicable (e.g., for performance in Japan or Korea).

• Critical Safety Items are identified and subject to heightened quality assurance surveillance.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0004) modifies the solicitation for the USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205) Vessel Specification SSU SN 27-003. Key changes include:

• CLIN 0003 Growth Labor Hours: Increased from 33,858 to 37,901.

• CLIN 0004 Growth Material Amount: Increased from $1,710,047.04 to $1,824,015.18.

• Section J - Contractor Price Breakdown: Replaced previous J-3 with REV 1, reflecting the above changes and other revised/added Work Items (WIs).

• Section J - Q&A Matrix: Added J-10, "Q&A Matrix 3JUN2026".

• Section L - T&M Amount: Adjusted T&M amount under Paragraph L-3.1.d.i to reflect the changes in CLIN 0003 and 0004.

• Section B - Supplies or Services & Prices or Costs (CLINs 0003 and 0004 updated).

• Section J - List of Attachments (J-3 replaced, J-10 added).

• Section L - Instructions, Conditions, & Notices to Offerors or Quoters (Paragraph L-3.1.d.i updated).

• The changes to CLINs 0003 and 0004 affect the proposed pricing and T&M calculations for bidders.

• Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment.

• The addition of the Q&A Matrix (J-10) provides further clarification.

• The updated Contractor Price Breakdown (J-3 REV 1) should be used for proposal submissions.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation by replacing Section J - Item 10, "Q&A Matrix 2JUN2026", with a new "J-10 Q&A Matrix 2JUN2026".

• Section J - List of Attachments: The following items have had "miscellaneous text" modified:
  • J-1 - Work Item Specification Package SSU 27-003
  • J-1A - List of Work Items with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
  • J-2 - List of Government-Furnished Property (GFP) and Estimated Value of GFP
  • J-3 - Contractor Price Breakdown
  • J-4 - Contractor Past Performance Data Sheet
  • J-5 - Request for Clarification or Deviation
  • J-6 - FAR 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements Form W-14 & Instructions
  • J-7 - MSC Ship Repair Facility Survey Form (MSC Form 4330/26)
  • J-8 - Contract Administration Plan (CAP)
  • J-9 - Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)
• AMENDMENT 0001 - Exhibit I (Questions and Answers) has been replaced with J-10 Q&M Matrix.

No changes to proposal deadlines or submission requirements are indicated by this amendment.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation N6264926RL0060002 modifies the contract for the Vessel: USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205) Mid-Term Availability (MTA).

Key changes include:

• Addition of new Work Items (WI) to the J-1 WI Specification Package SSU 27-003.

• Revision of existing Work Items in the J-1 WI Specification Package.

• Removal of specific Work Items from the J-1 WI Specification Package.

• Addition of paragraphs to Section A and Section G.

• Section H-1.0 is now "Reserved".

• Deletion of DFARS 252.225-7001 (Buy American and Balance of Payments Program).

• Addition of J-10 Q&A Matrix 29MAY2026.

• Deletion of DFARS 252.225-7000 (Buy American -- Balance of Payments Program Certificate).

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: Updated with miscellaneous text, including details about the USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205) Mid-Term Availability, Period of Performance, Place of Performance, Offer submission deadline (June 15, 2026), and information regarding work items, conditional provisions, and small business concerns.

• Section G - Contract Administration Data: Updated regarding the Designated Invoice Office and Payment Method.

• Section H - Special Contract Requirements: H-1.0 is now RESERVED. H-2.0 (Extension of Commercial Warranty) remains. H-3.0 (Applicable to Contracts Performed in Japan) and H-4.0 (Applicable to Contracts Performed in Korea) are detailed. H-5.0 (Prevention of Discharge of Oil and Hazardous Substances), H-6.0 (Employment of Navy Personnel Restricted), and H-7.0 (Time-and-Materials Growth CLIN) are included.

• Section I - Contract Clauses: DFARS Clause 252.225-7001 (Buy American and Balance of Payments Program) has been deleted.

• Section J - List of Attachments: Miscellaneous text has been modified, and Amendment 0001 - Exhibit I (Questions and Answers) has been replaced with J-10 Q&A Matrix 29MAY2026.

• Section K - Representations, Certifications, & Other Statements: DFARS Clause 252.225-7000 (Buy American--Balance of Payments Program Certificate) has been deleted.

• The offer submission deadline remains June 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM Singapore Standard Time.

• Bidders should review all updated sections, particularly the added and revised Work Items, and the deleted clauses related to Buy American and Balance of Payments Programs.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to solicitation N6264926RL006 provides the following:

• Answers to clarification requests submitted by vendors (detailed in Section J, Exhibit I).

• Revision to Work Item 0561B specification based on Question 20.

• The closing date and time for the solicitation remain unchanged: June 15, 2026, at 1000 hrs (Singapore time).

• Section J - List of Attachments has been modified to include or update several items, including:

  • Work Item Specification Package SSU 27-003
  • List of Work Items with Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
  • List of Government-Furnished Property (GFP) and Estimated Value
  • Contractor Price Breakdown
  • Contractor Past Performance Data Sheet
  • Request for Clarification or Deviation
  • FAR 52.229-11 Tax on Certain Foreign Procurements Form W-14 & Instructions
  • MSC Ship Repair Facility Survey Form (MSC Form 4330/26)
  • Contract Administration Plan (CAP)
  • Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan (QASP)

• Exhibit I (Questions and Answers) has been added/updated.

• The proposal submission deadline remains the same.

• Specific work item specifications have been revised.

• Numerous questions regarding technical requirements, materials, and procedures have been answered, which may impact proposal preparation.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS JOHN LEWIS (T-AO 205). The work includes repair and maintenance as detailed in the Specification Package SSU 27-003.

• Performance of work items as described in the Specification Package SSU 27-003.

• Adherence to Military Sealift Command (MSC) specifications.

• Compliance with occupational and health standards for shipyard employment (29 CFR 1915).

• Provision and maintenance of an inspection system acceptable to the Government.

• Management of hazardous materials and spill response.

• Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP) with Time and Materials (T&M) CLINs (0003 & 0004).

• Period of Performance: 15 September 2026 – 14 November 2026 (with an option for 15 November 2026 - 29 November 2026).

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but T&M CLINs have Not-to-Exceed (NTE) values for labor and materials.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: 15 June 2026 at 10:00 AM Singapore Standard Time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email or DoD SAFE for large files.

• Evaluation will be based on Price (Lowest Total Price) and Non-Price factors (Technical and Past Performance).

• Technical evaluation includes understanding the work package, ability to perform, and management control/quality assurance.

• Past Performance will be evaluated on an Acceptable/Unacceptable basis.

• Not specified in the provided sections.

• Offerors must provide all information required by the solicitation.

• References in the Work Items will be provided via DoD SAFE.

• Any work item priced based on estimated quantity/scope will be adjusted via contract modification.

• The contract includes provisions for Contract Change Orders (CCOs) for growth work.

• Inspection and Acceptance locations are specified for various CLINs, with the Principal Port Engineer (PPE) responsible for acceptance.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This document is a "Work Item Index Report" for the USNS JOHN LEWIS (TAO 205), detailing the specific corrective maintenance and engineering tasks required. It serves as a comprehensive list of services and repairs needed for the vessel, compiled as an "MSC Corrective Maintenance Engineering Report."

The report categorizes work items into several major sections, outlining a broad range of maintenance and engineering tasks:

• General Services and Requirements: Covers overall project management, technical specifications, safety procedures (electrical, heavy weather, cold weather), IT services, fire protection, hazardous waste disposal, and physical security.
• Hull and Structural: Addresses repairs and maintenance related to the vessel's hull and structural components, including mushroom ventilation and ladder repairs.
• Propulsion Machinery: Details tasks such as line shaft bearing reinforcement, main engine overhaul, and automation system support.
• Electrical: Includes services for UPS, high voltage systems, and thermographic surveys.
• Communication and Navigation: Lists maintenance for Doppler speed logs, integrated bridge equipment, radio communication, and various annual inspections.
• Auxiliary Machinery: Encompasses repairs and overhauls for pumps, refrigeration, and other auxiliary systems.
• Habitability Outfitting and Furnishings: Specifies maintenance for lifeboats, life rafts, and other habitability items.
• HVAC: Includes work on galley ventilation systems.
• Drydocking: Details underwater inspections and propeller maintenance.

The document lists a "Category" (e.g., A, B, NSP) for each work item, which likely indicates a classification or priority, though specific performance metrics are not detailed within this index.

Not explicitly stated in this index report. The document's print date is January 29, 2026, and it references "2026-10-12 - MTA" which may relate to a maintenance availability period.

Work items imply various compliance and certification requirements, such as "GAS FREE CERTIFICATES," "PHYSICAL SECURITY," and specific inspections (e.g., "SCBA ANNUAL INSPECTION," "LIFE RAFT CERTIFICATION").