USNS MEGAR EVERS 2026 MTA
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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) Headquarters Norfolk, is issuing a Solicitation for the Maintenance, Training, and Availability (MTA) of the USNS MEGAR EVERS in 2026. This opportunity, identified as a Non Nuclear Ship Repair (PSC J998), involves extensive work item revisions and updates across multiple amendments. The period of performance has been revised to August 19, 2026, through October 7, 2026. Proposals are due by 1:00 PM EST on March 18, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the comprehensive maintenance, training, and availability for the USNS MEGAR EVERS. The scope has been significantly refined through seven amendments, which include:
- Adding and revising numerous Work Items (WIs), such as WI 0802, 0010, 0021, 0101, 0102, 0131, 0165, 0183, 0203, 0503, 0578, 0154, 0459, 0517, and 0801.
- Removing various WIs, including 0203, 0204, 0205, 0206, 0353, 0407, 0450, 0453, 0454, 0455, 0460, 0506, 0512B, 0554, 0561A, 0562, 0563B, 0565A, 0567A, 0568A, 0569, 0570, 0571, 0572, 0573, 0574, 0651A, 0651B, 0653A, 0653B, 0656, 0657, 0662, 0666, 0668, and 0202.
- Revising the WIs index and Attachments J-2 and J-3.
- Correcting Section B CLIN 0002 to add ODC Amount and AGR Hours.
- Incorporating numerous Requests for Clarification (RFCs 0001-0100).
- Adding Liquidated Damages, with a cap not to exceed 50% of the contract value.
- Updating clauses 52.211-11, 252.209-7010, 52.204-8 (DEV), 52.219-14, and 52.219-28.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (for Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- Duration: Period of Performance from August 19, 2026, through October 7, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Response Due: March 18, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST (extended by Amendment 0006).
- Published Date: March 6, 2026.
- Ship Check Date: February 2, 2026 (revised by Amendment 0002).
- RFC Due Date: February 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Additional Notes
This opportunity has undergone significant revisions through seven amendments, impacting the scope, clauses, and key dates. Offerors must review all amendments to ensure compliance. Additional resources for the PIEE Solicitation Module are available.