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) has issued Amendment 0004 for the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) FY27 Mid-Term Availability (MTA). This solicitation seeks contractors for comprehensive ship repair and maintenance services for the hospital ship USNS MERCY. Responses are due by April 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM Z.
Scope of Work
This opportunity covers a Mid-Term Availability 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 anticipated to be performed at a contractor's facility on the West Coast. The scope includes a wide range of corrective maintenance and engineering tasks, as detailed in the Work Item Index Report. These tasks span general services, hull and structural repairs, propulsion machinery, electrical systems, communication and navigation, auxiliary machinery, habitability outfitting, HVAC, drydocking, and underway replenishment equipment.
Key Requirements & Documents
A Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) (J-14-TechnicalNDA) is a mandatory requirement for offerors to access sensitive Government Technical Data related to the USNS MERCY. This NDA outlines strict terms for data usage, dissemination restrictions, export controls, and requires flow-down to subcontractors. Offerors must agree to these terms to be eligible for technical data access and proposal preparation. The Work Item Index Report provides a detailed list of specific maintenance and repair items.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Amendment 0004)
- Product Service Code: J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repair (Size Standard: 1,300 employees) - from prior Sources Sought
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility, West Coast
Timeline
- Response Due Date: April 24, 2026, 4:00 PM Z
- Opportunity Published (Amendment): April 13, 2026, 1:30 PM Z
- Anticipated Availability Period: February 8, 2027 - April 7, 2027
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Rodney King at rodney.m.king9.civ@us.navy.mil or 5642267579.