USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS (T-AO 188) FY27 ROH/DD
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 / MSCHQ NORFOLK has issued a Solicitation for the Regular Overhaul and Dry-Docking (ROH/DD) of the USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS (T-AO 188) for Fiscal Year 2027. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. The response deadline is April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers the comprehensive Regular Overhaul and Dry-Docking of the USNS JOSHUA HUMPHREYS. The scope involves various Work Items (WIs) and Request for Changes (RFCs) as detailed across four amendments. The latest amendments have revised specific WIs (e.g., 912, 1005, 1006) and incorporated numerous RFCs (e.g., 061, 066, 071, 072). The period of performance for this work is May 28, 2027, to September 5, 2027.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product Service Code: J998 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- Period of Performance: May 28, 2027 - September 5, 2027
- Response Due: April 23, 2026, 5:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 13, 2026 (latest amendment)
- Agency: DEPT OF THE NAVY / MSCHQ NORFOLK
Key Requirements & Amendments
A mandatory Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) (JHY J-14-TechnicalNDA) is required for any Offeror to access Government Technical Data necessary for proposal preparation. This NDA strictly governs data usage, dissemination, confidentiality, and liability. Bidders must ensure compliance and flow-down to subcontractors. The solicitation has undergone four amendments, with the latest (Amendment 0004, published April 13, 2026) revising WIs and incorporating additional RFCs. Amendment 0003 extended the response date, and Amendment 0002 corrected the period of performance.
Contact Information
- Primary: Robert Vance (robert.w.vance27.civ@us.navy.mil)
- Secondary: Marcin Krauze (marcin.krauze.civ@us.navy.mil)