USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) FY27 Mid-Term Availability
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, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, has issued a Solicitation for the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) FY27 Mid-Term Availability. This opportunity seeks contractors to perform comprehensive ship repair, maintenance, and upgrade activities for the USNS MERCY. Responses are due by April 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM UTC.
Scope of Work
This requirement covers a Mid-Term Availability (MTA) for the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19), scheduled to commence on or about February 8, 2027, and conclude by April 7, 2027. The work is to be performed at the contractor's facility on the West Coast. The scope includes "MSC Corrective Maintenance" and "Engineering Report" items, encompassing general services, hull and structural repairs, propulsion machinery, electrical systems, communication and navigation, auxiliary machinery, habitability outfitting, HVAC, drydocking, and underway replenishment equipment. The relevant Product Service Code is J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair - West), and the NAICS code is 336611 (Ship Building and Repair) with a size standard of 1,300 employees.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (N3220526R6004)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 24, 2026, 4:00 PM UTC
- Published: March 9, 2026, 5:31 PM UTC
- Availability Period: February 8, 2027 - April 7, 2027
Key Requirements
A Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data (J-14-TechnicalNDA) is a mandatory requirement for Offerors to access sensitive technical data related to the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) for proposal preparation and contract performance. Bidders must agree to use the data solely for the solicitation, comply with dissemination restrictions, and ensure subcontractor flow-down of the NDA. A detailed Work Item Index Report provides specific tasks and maintenance items, outlining the scope of work across various ship systems.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Rodney King at rodney.m.king9.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-7579.