USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209) FY27 Post Shakedown Availability (PSA)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment to Solicitation N3220526R6052 makes the following changes:

• Incorporates answers to Requests for Information (RFCs) 001 - 006, & 009.

• Incorporates updated Work Instructions (WIs) 0135, 0401, & 0656.

• Extends the deadline for RFCs to May 29, 2026, at 17:00 EST.

• Extends the Solicitation closing date to June 12, 2026, at 17:00 EST.

• Adds FAR Clause 52.222-90, "Addressing DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors" (Deviation 2026-00038), effective April 2026.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: Response Due Time and Response Due Date have been modified.

• Section I - Contract Clauses: FAR Clause 52.222-90 has been added.

• The deadline for submitting RFCs has been extended to May 29, 2026.

• The final proposal submission deadline has been extended to June 12, 2026.

• The Response Due Time has been changed from 03:00 PM to 05:00 PM.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, N3220526R6052, is for the Regular Overhaul/Dry-Docking (ROH/DD) of the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209). The work involves preparing for and accomplishing the ROH/DD, including scheduled maintenance (Category A WIs) and potentially unscheduled maintenance (Supplemental WIs). The government reserves the right to descope Category A WIs.

• Preparation and accomplishment of ROH/DD for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209).

• Performance of scheduled maintenance (Category A WIs) as detailed in Attachment J-2.

• Potential performance of unscheduled maintenance (Supplemental WIs) as detailed in Attachment J-2.

• Preparation and submission of data as required by the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL), DD Form 1423, Exhibit A.

• Specific Work Items (WIs) are detailed in Attachment J-1 (WI Package - Specifications).

• Includes optional Category "B" Work Items (WIs) for services such as Physical Security, Continuation of Services, CPP Blade Machining, and Drydocking/Undocking the Vessel.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.

• Period of Performance: January 18, 2027, to June 3, 2027 (for CLIN 0001AA, 0001AB, 0002AA, 0005, 0006) and June 6, 2027 (for Option Line Item 0004).

• Estimated value is not explicitly stated in the provided sections, but CLIN 0001AB has a man-hour estimate of 21,207 and a Material/ODC cost of $3,388,206.00.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: May 21, 2026, at 3:00 PM local time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).

• Evaluation will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis.

• Technical factors include: Understanding the WI Package, Ability to Perform the WI Package, and Management Control and Quality Assurance.

• Past Performance and Price are also evaluation factors.

• The Government intends to award without discussions, but reserves the right to hold discussions if necessary.

• This solicitation does not appear to have specific set-aside requirements mentioned in the reviewed sections.

• The solicitation includes numerous DFARS and FAR clauses.

• Attachments include WI Package, Price Breakdowns, GFM List, Facility Survey, RFC, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities, Interport Differential, Dry Dock Evaluation Form, Past Performance Data Sheet, Past Performance Questionnaire, Technical NDA, and CDRL.

• Inspection of the USNS LUCY STONE is scheduled for April 22-23. Pre-registration is required.

• Payment instructions will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF).

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for collecting Past Performance Data from references. Bidders are expected to use this form to provide detailed information about their past performance on similar contracts.

• Reference Information: Name, address, and contact details of the past performance reference.
• Contract Details: Contract number, dates, type, and final invoiced amount.
• Work Description: A summary of the contract work performed, focusing on relevance to the current solicitation.
• Performance Status: Current status of the contract (Ongoing, Complete, Terminated, etc.).
• Small Business Subcontracting: Information regarding compliance with Small Business Subcontracting Plan requirements (FAR 52.219-9 and DFARS 252.219-7003).

This form is crucial for bidders to document their relevant past performance. It requires detailed information about previous contracts, including the scope of work, performance outcomes, and compliance with subcontracting regulations. The information provided will be used by the government to assess the bidder's capability and likelihood of successful performance on the current opportunity.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is an Excel attachment (J-4 GFP Attachment (LUCY STONE) (PSA-2027-01-15).xlsx) related to the SAM.gov opportunity. It details Government Furnished Property (GFP) and provisioned items, as well as requisitioned items and related definitions.

CONTRACT INFO Sheet:

• Contains fields for attachment details (Number, Date, Contracting Officer Name, Email, Phone).
• Includes fields for Attachment Type and Mod/Amendment Numbers.
• Specifies Custodial Procurement Instrument Identification details, including Contract Number Type, Contract Number (PIID), Order Number, Issuing Office DoDAAC, Issuing Year, Contract Type, and Sequence Number.

Provisioned Sheet:

• Lists 271 specific provisioned items.
• Columns include Line Number, Item Name, Item Description, NSN, MFR CAGE, Part Number, Model Number, Serially Managed status, Property Classification, Property Usage, Property System ID, Quantity, Unit of Measure, Unit Acquisition Cost, Use As-Is status, Upgradable status, Delivery Date, Duration, Time Unit, and Delivery Event.

Requisitioned Items Sheet:

• Lists various items with columns for Line Number, Item Name, Item Description, NSN, Mfr CAGE, Part Number, Serially Managed status, Property Classification, Property Usage, Property System ID, Quantity, Unit of Measure, Unit Acq Cost, Use As-Is status, and Upgradable status. Many fields are marked as required or conditionally required.

Unit of Measure Sheet:

• Provides a comprehensive list of units of measure.

Property Definitions Sheet:

• Defines Property Classifications (e.g., Equipment, Material, ST/STE, Reparable, FMS, Test, Embeddable) and Property Usages (e.g., Consume, Return, Storage).

Helper Tables Sheet:

• Contains dropdown data for Contract Info, Provisioned & Requisitioned items, and Boolean values.

This attachment is crucial for bidders to understand the specific Government Furnished Property (GFP) and other provisioned or requisitioned items that will be provided or managed under the contract. Bidders should review the "Requisitioned Items" and "Provisioned" sheets to assess their capability to utilize or manage these items and ensure accurate cost and resource planning. The "Property Definitions" and "Helper Tables" provide insight into how government property will be classified and managed, which is relevant for bidders managing government-furnished property. The "CONTRACT INFO" sheet provides administrative details relevant to the attachment itself.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is Attachment J-13, a Past Performance Questionnaire, used by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) to gather feedback on a contractor's performance. It is intended for use by references provided by a potential offeror to evaluate their past performance.

• Information Request: Asks references to provide performance information regarding a specific contract.
• Areas of Evaluation: Quality of Product or Service, Timeliness or Scheduling of Service/Deliveries, Business Relations/Customer Satisfaction, and Key Personnel and Staffing (Including Subcontractors).
• Rating System: Requires ratings using Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, or Unsatisfactory, with explanations for "Exceptional" or "Unsatisfactory" ratings.
• Contractor Information: Fields for Contractor Name, Contract Number, Evaluation Period, and Delivery Order No.
• Specific Questions: Asks for a description of services/supplies provided, detailed ratings in the four key areas, and whether the contractor would be hired again in the future.
• Definition of Ratings: Provides clear definitions for each performance rating.

Bidders should be aware that this questionnaire will be sent to their provided references. The responses will contribute to the government's evaluation of their past performance. Understanding the criteria and rating definitions will help bidders prepare their reference list and potentially brief their references on the key performance areas being assessed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a survey form used to collect detailed information about shipyard facilities and capabilities. It is intended for potential bidders to provide comprehensive data on their infrastructure, equipment, services, and personnel relevant to ship repair and outfitting.

• Shipyard Data: Includes information on building ways, water depth, cranes, and certifications.
• Dry Docks: Details on dimensions, lifting capacity, and services available.
• Berths and Piers: Information on available berthing space.
• Cranes: Specifications for various types of cranes, including capacity, reach, and height.
• Navigational Restrictions: Data on channel depths, widths, and bridge clearances.
• Storage and Shops: Details on storage areas for components and materials, and descriptions of principal shops and buildings.
• Employment: Breakdown of workforce by category.
• Services Available: A legend defining abbreviations for services like Fresh Water, Steam, Electric Power, etc.

Bidders must complete and submit this form to demonstrate their facility's capabilities and suitability for potential ship repair contracts. The information provided will be used to assess the shipyard's capacity, resources, and ability to meet contract requirements. It is crucial for understanding the scope of services and infrastructure available at the facility.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "MSC Drydock Evaluation Form" used to gather detailed information about a shipyard's drydock capabilities and services. It is to be completed by shipyards for potential drydocking operations involving Military Sealift Command (MSC) vessels, specifically mentioning the USNS ROBERT F. KENNEDY (T-AO 208) as an example.

Part A (MSC Completion): This section is for MSC to fill out.

Part B (Shipyard Completion): This is the primary section for bidders to provide:

• Drydock Certification/Classification: Details on the drydock's certification status, agency, and expiration.
• Ship Characteristics: Dimensions of the vessel to be drydocked.
• Drydock Characteristics: Dimensions of the drydock itself, including length, breadth, draft, and tonnage capacity.
• Positioning Clearances: Measurements for keel blocks and side blocks.
• Loading Pressures: Maximum block loading capability.
• Blocking Requirements: Details on block construction materials (hardwood, softwood).
• Minimum Required Services: Electrical power, sewage, fire, auxiliary seawater, fresh water, compressed air, and shore steam requirements.
• Minimum Available Services: Actual services provided by the shipyard.
• Safety Response Plans: Confirmation of firefighting, flooding, earthquake, and typhoon preparedness.

Part C (Shipyard Completion - if not certified): For shipyards not certified by IACS or under MILSTD 1625C, this section requires details on dockmaster information, insurance, and specific drydock dimensions and capabilities.

Part D (Shipyard Completion): Requires a list of vessels drydocked in the past 2 years and a description of any accidents and corrective actions taken in the past 5 years.

This form is crucial for shipyards intending to bid on opportunities requiring drydocking services. It outlines the specific technical data and service capabilities that MSC requires from a facility. Bidders must accurately complete this form to demonstrate their facility's suitability and compliance with MSC's operational needs and safety standards for drydocking operations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data. It outlines the terms and conditions under which the Offeror will receive and use technical data related to USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209).

• Offeror's Agreement: The Offeror agrees to use the provided technical data solely for preparing a proposal in response to solicitation N3220524R4124 and for performing the resulting contract if awarded.
• Restrictions: The Offeror must comply with dissemination restrictions, export controls, and establish organizational controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure.
• Subcontractor Flow-down: If subcontractors are used, their details must be provided, and they must execute a similar flow-down NDA.
• Return or Destruction: The Offeror must return or destroy all data and copies upon notice of award to another entity or upon completion of the work, certifying destruction in writing if applicable.
• Liability: The Offeror is responsible for costs and damages resulting from unauthorized disclosures.

This NDA is a mandatory requirement for any bidder who will be provided with technical data related to the solicitation. Bidders must understand and agree to these terms to access and utilize the data for proposal preparation and contract performance. Failure to comply can result in significant liability. Bidders need to identify any subcontractors who will also require access to this data and ensure they execute a similar agreement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides Interport Differentials for the USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209) opportunity. These differentials are costs that will be added to a bidder's total price during the evaluation process for the basis of award.

• San Diego, CA: $134,553
• San Francisco, CA: $269,468
• Portland, OR: $377,934
• Seattle, WA: $458,508
• Pearl Harbor, HI: $740,115

Note: The Interport Differential (IPD) is being estimated with San Diego, CA as the point of reference.

• Offerors must use these provided Interport Differentials when calculating their total price for the USNS LUCY STONE opportunity.
• The actual last port of call may change after proposal receipt, but these stated differentials will be used for evaluation.
• Offerors not covered by the listed differentials may request a calculation prior to the solicitation closing date. If no request is made, the Government reserves the right to apply its own calculation.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document is a template for requesting and providing clarifications on specifications related to a government opportunity. It outlines the format for submitting questions and receiving answers.

• Offeror: Field to identify the vendor submitting the question.
• Work Item: Field to specify the particular work item the question pertains to.
• Paragraph/Section: Field to reference the specific paragraph or section of the solicitation document.
• Title: Field for a brief title or subject of the question.
• Question: Section for the vendor to clearly state their question regarding the specifications.
• Answer: Section for the government to provide a clear and concise answer to the vendor's question.

This document serves as a mechanism for bidders to seek clarification on the solicitation's requirements. The answers provided will inform bidders' understanding and potentially impact their proposal preparation and submission strategy. It does not directly modify the solicitation but provides essential context.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a contractor price breakdown for "Work Package J-3 Report" related to the N3220526R6052 contract. It details how the contractor's price will be broken down for each item of the specification, categorized under "CATEGORY "B" ITEMS".

• General Requirement/Title: Lists specific work items and services, such as "PHYSICAL SECURITY AT PRIVATE CONTRACTOR FACILITY," "CONTINUATION OF SERVICES," and "DRYDOCKING."
• Quantity (QTY) and Unit (UI): Specifies the units for each item (e.g., Event, Day, lot).
• Unit Price and Total Price: Fields for the contractor to input pricing information for each item.
• Prime Contractor and Subcontractor Breakdown: Columns for detailing labor, material, and subcontractor costs, including mandated sub and other costs.
• Specific Work Items: Includes detailed tasks like "Establish Condition Delta/Charlie," "Maintain Condition Delta/Charlie," "Overhaul Management Team," "General Services for the ship," "Machining Repairs to the CPP BLADES," and "DRYDOCKING AND UNDOCKING THE VESSEL."

This pricing sheet provides a detailed breakdown of anticipated costs for various services and tasks associated with the opportunity. Bidders should use this as a template or reference for developing their own price proposals, ensuring all specified categories and items are addressed. The structure indicates the expected level of detail required for cost submissions, including prime and subcontractor cost allocations.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "J-2 USNS LUCY STONE PSA 26R6052.xlsx", appears to be a pricing breakdown or work package detail related to the opportunity. It lists various categories of work items (e.g., General Services, Hull and Structural, Propulsion Machinery, Electrical, Communication and Navigation, Auxiliary Machinery, Habitability, HVAC, Drydocking, Underway Replenishment Equipment) associated with the vessel T-AO 205.

The sheet details specific tasks and services within each category, often referencing "T-ALT" (Technical Alteration) numbers or "CSI" (Continuous Service Improvement) or "CCSI" (Continuous Comprehensive Service Improvement) designations. For each item, it outlines "Prime Contractor" and "Subcontractor" cost breakdowns, including labor and material prices, as well as "Other Costs." However, all cost fields (Labor Price, Material Price, Total Price) are populated with 0.0, indicating this may be a template or a preliminary breakdown without finalized pricing.

This document provides a detailed list of potential work items and services that may be required under the contract. Bidders can use this to understand the scope of work, identify specific technical requirements or alterations, and potentially estimate their own costs. The zeroed-out pricing suggests that bidders may need to provide their own detailed cost proposals based on these line items.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data. It outlines the terms and conditions under which an Offeror will be granted access to technical data, computer software, or both related to USNS LUCY STONE (T-AO 209).

• Offeror's Agreement: The Offeror agrees to use the Data solely for proposal preparation in response to solicitation N3220518R4002 and for performance if awarded the contract.
• Restrictions: The Offeror must comply with dissemination restrictions, export controls, and establish organizational controls to prevent unauthorized disclosure.
• Flow-Down Requirements: If subcontractors are involved, they must also execute a similar NDA.
• Return or Destruction: The Data and all copies must be returned or destroyed upon contract award to another entity or completion of work.
• Liability: The Offeror is responsible for costs and damages resulting from unauthorized disclosure.

Bidders must review and understand these terms to ensure compliance if they intend to access the technical data provided for this opportunity. Signing this NDA is a prerequisite for receiving and using sensitive technical information related to the USNS LUCY STONE. Failure to comply can result in significant liability. Bidders must also identify any subcontractors who will require access and ensure they execute a flow-down NDA.