USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203) MTA
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, specifically MSCHQ NORFOLK, has issued a Solicitation for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) of the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity for non-nuclear ship repair services. Proposals are due by May 18, 2026, at 01:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the preparation and accomplishment of the USNS LARAMIE's MTA, which includes scheduled maintenance, repairs, overhaul, or alterations as detailed in the WI package (Attachment J-1). Specific tasks encompass electrical shore power, generator mob/demob, potable water, bilge water removal, crane usage, fuel/lube oil/JP-5 handling, and hazardous waste management. The government may also exercise optional work items (Category "B" WIs) for physical security and continuation of services. Contractors must provide comprehensive management, procurement, production, testing, technical capability, and quality assurance services, ensuring timely handling of Government Furnished Material (GFM) and Property (GFP). A performance milestone schedule and critical path chart are required. Bidders must possess or have access to necessary facilities, including a pier, structural, machine, pipe, electrical/electronic, and carpentry shops, rigging equipment, and dry-dock capabilities.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: Approximately June 28, 2027, to September 11, 2027, for CLINs 0001AA, 0001AB, and 0002AA.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 336611 (Ship Building and Repairing), with a small business size standard of 1,300 employees.
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals are due by May 18, 2026, at 01:00 PM local time and must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) at https://piee.eb.mil/. The award will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. Technical factors (Understanding the WI Package, Ability to Perform the WI Package, Management Control and Quality Assurance) and past performance will be evaluated on an acceptable/unacceptable basis. Price will be assessed for completeness and reasonableness. The government reserves the right to award without discussions. A pre-proposal conference and vessel inspection are scheduled for April 08, 2026.
Key Requirements & Documents
A mandatory Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data (J-14-Technical NDA.docx) is required for access to sensitive technical information related to the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203). Bidders must understand and agree to its terms, including flow-down requirements for subcontractors, as it is a prerequisite for proposal preparation and contract performance.