USNS OSCAR V. PETERSON (T-AO 206) FY 27 MTA SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE
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 Military Sealift Command, Norfolk, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for a Mid-Term Availability (MTA) for the USNS OSCAR V. PETERSON (T-AO 206). This market research aims to identify qualified contractors for ship repair services on the East/Gulf Coast. The MTA is scheduled from April 14, 2027, to May 26, 2027. Responses are due by April 14, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a Mid-Term Availability (MTA) for the USNS OSCAR V. PETERSON (T-AO 206). While the finalized work items are under development, notional major work packages include:
- General Services for Ship
- Clean and Gas Free Tanks, Voids, Cofferdams, and Spaces
- Deckhouse Preservation (10 Year)
- Cargo Petroleum Tank Preservation
- High Voltage, Ships Service, and Emergency Switchboard Inspection and Cleaning
- Pump Overhauls
- Cargo Crane Maintenance and Retesting The work will be performed at the contractor's facility within the East/Gulf Coast area of consideration.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought Notice (not a solicitation)
- NAICS Code: 336611, Ship Building and Repair (Size Standard: 1,300 employees)
- Set-Aside: None specified; firms are requested to indicate their small business designation and socioeconomic category (HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, etc.) for market research purposes.
- Response Due: April 14, 2026, by email.
- Solicitation Target Date: May 17, 2026
- Published: April 7, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested firms should submit a brief capabilities package demonstrating their ability to perform the work and experience in similar projects. The package must address:
- Company Profile (employees, office location(s), UEI, CAGE Code, small business designation/status).
- Description and location of the facility where work will be performed.
- Indication of large or small business status and socioeconomic category.
- Partnership, teaming, joint ventures, or mentor-protégé agreements.
Additional Notes
This is for planning purposes only. Submission of a capabilities statement is not a prerequisite for future offerings, but participation will assist the Government in assessing available shipyards. The Government will not pay for information received.