USNS PUERTO RICO ROH

Amendment / Modification

This amendment, number 0004, is issued to provide responses to clarification questions. These responses are detailed in an attachment titled "Amendment 0003 answers".

This amendment does not alter the original solicitation number N6264926RL012, dated May 21, 2026.

All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. This amendment primarily serves to provide clarification and does not appear to modify proposal deadlines or submission requirements, other than incorporating the provided answers.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to questions submitted by potential bidders regarding the specifications and requirements for an opportunity.

• Work Item 523: There is no Work Item 523 in the current package, so no fiber rope replacement is required.
• WI 515: Bidders should refer to the latest revision of WI 515. References highlighted in red are attached; others were provided previously.
• Deck Crane Hydraulic Winch Tear Down Inspection (Section 7.4.2 (b)): This inspection is not required for the current maintenance period and should be removed from the scope of work. However, Section 7.4.2 (a) (lube oil sample and replacement) is still required.
• DOT/TC Type Extinguishers: The vessel is equipped with 43 CO2 extinguishers, totaling 43 DOT type extinguishers.
• Galley Roller Fire Doors: Specifications and dimensions for four A0 fire-rated Bolton Gate roller doors are provided, with sizes: 1450 x 1080 mm, 1750 x 1080 mm, 915 x 1143 mm, and 850 x 1080 mm.
• Paint Supply: Paint must remain Contractor Furnished Material (CFM). MSC will not procure paint in advance. Lead time has been considered, and contractors should identify vendors capable of 30-60 day delivery.
• Lube Oil Test Analysis Guide: The requested technical manual is subject to copyright and cannot be distributed. Upon award, the prime contractor will coordinate with the MSC REP for specific lubricants and quantities.
• Material Part Numbers: Specific part numbers are provided for interior speakers, exterior loud hailer drivers, EPIC master control stations, PTZ axis cameras, and fixed cameras.
• OEM Support Waterjet Maintenance: For estimating purposes, assume MSC will ship waterjet assemblies to DMS in Chesapeake for refurbishment. Any changes to location or approach will be notified via contract change order.

These clarifications may affect the scope of work, material requirements, and pricing for proposals. Bidders should review these answers carefully to ensure their quotations are accurate and compliant.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides clarifications and answers to vendor questions regarding the specifications for various maintenance and repair items.

• Deck Crane Hydraulic Winch Tear Down Inspection (Item 7.4.2 b): This inspection is confirmed as NOT required for this maintenance period. The government concurs with the OEM's recommendation to remove this item from the scope of work. However, the lube oil sample and analysis (Item 7.4.2 a) remains required.
• Paint Materials (Item 3.1.3): All paint materials are confirmed to be CFM (Contractor Furnished Material), and the listed paint materials are correct.
• Paint Representative (Item 7.2): The shipyard will provide the services of International Interspeed 5640 Coating and Sherwin-Williams SeaVoyage Coating representatives as required for the underwater hull coating system. A NAVSEA Coating Inspector will also be employed.
• Reference Files: The government acknowledges difficulties in obtaining specific reference files and will provide them as requested to facilitate accurate quotations. Specific red text in WI 461 & 515 will be verified.

This document clarifies specific requirements, removing the need for the Deck Crane Hydraulic Winch Tear Down Inspection, which may affect the scope and cost of proposals. It also confirms material types and representative requirements for paint work. The provision of requested reference files aims to improve the accuracy of vendor quotations.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) to Solicitation N6264926RL012, dated 21 May 2026, makes the following changes:

• Section G - Contract Administration Data: Updates to "G.4 ELECTRONIC TRANSFER OF FUNDS PAYMENTS - FEDERAL RESERVE WIRE TRANSFER SYSTEM (NAVSUPFLCY MAR 2026)" are provided via an attachment.
• Clarification Questions: Responses to vendor clarification questions are provided in an attachment titled "Amendment 0002 answers."

• Section G - Contract Administration Data
• Clarification Questions and Answers

This amendment does not appear to modify proposal deadlines or submission requirements, but bidders should review the attached responses to clarification questions for any impact on their proposals.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides answers to vendor questions regarding specification clarifications for the AVIATION FACILITY SUPPORT (1 YR) and WATERJET MAINTENANCE – INTERIM DOCKING (2.5 YR) requirements.

• Aviation Facility Support (Para. 7.4):
  • Overhead Flood Lights (7.4.1): Flood light assembly 506829-1 is specified. Amber and NVD compatible blue filters can be ordered separately.
  • Structure/Deck Wash Flood Lights (7.4.2): The flood light assembly is supplied without a power cable. A specific power cable (LSTSGU-3 with NAVSEA SYM 720.3 plug) is required.
  • Extended Line Up Lights (7.4.3): Light fixture assembly 515364-1 with light bar assembly 617577-1 is furnished.
  • Deck Mounted Line Up Lights (7.4.4) & Deck Edge Lights (7.4.5): No specific part numbers or details were provided in the answers.
• Waterjet Maintenance (Para. 7.0 & 7.1):
  • The 2.5-year waterjet maintenance scope is clarified: Work Item (WI) 929A covers shipyard work, and WI 992A covers OEM support.
  • The initial conflict regarding overhaul location (drydock vs. DMS facility) is resolved by differentiating the scope between WI 929A and WI 992A.
• Inspect Sea Valves and Sea Chest (Para. 7.4.4):
  • A total of 30 valves are required, not 10.
  • 25 valves are 2.5” (Model No.: 025CG06431, Manufacturer: Crane, Type: Flanged, Material: DI/BR/NBR).
  • 5 valves are 3” (Model No.: 03CG06431, Manufacturer: Crane, Specification: B16.24, Class 150, FF, Material: DI/BR/EPDM).

This clarification directly impacts the quantity and specifications for valves required under paragraph 7.4.4. Bidders should update their understanding and pricing accordingly. It also clarifies the scope of work for waterjet maintenance.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document outlines the requirements for providing Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payment information for foreign firms, specifically for the Federal Reserve Wire Transfer System. It details the necessary information contractors must provide to the government for payment processing.

• Definitions: Clarifies terms such as Beneficiary, IBAN, Recipient, Sort Code, SWIFT Code, and Unique Entity ID (UEI).
• Information Submission: Contractors must provide bank account details to the Contracting Officer within 5 days of contract award and before the first payment request. The receiving bank must be capable of handling Federal wire transactions via SWIFT Code or IBAN.
• Changes to Information: Any changes to the designated bank account must be submitted to the Contracting Officer at least 30 days before the effective date of the change.
• No Assignment of Funds: Clarifies that EFT does not constitute an assignment of funds.
• Information Fields: Requires the completion of the following fields:
  • Recipient's Name
  • Contract Number
  • Recipient's CAGE Code
  • Checking or Savings Account Type
  • Recipient's UEI Number
  • Beneficiary's Bank Name, Address, Account Number, and SWIFT Number
  • IBAN Number (if applicable)
  • Beneficiary's Bank Sort Code (if applicable)
  • Contractor's Designated Official's Name, Title, Telephone Number, and Signature.

This form is critical for any foreign firm awarded a contract. It specifies the exact information required for setting up electronic payments and must be completed accurately and submitted within the stipulated timeframe to ensure timely payment processing. Failure to provide correct information may delay payments.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0001) to Solicitation N6264926RL012, dated 21 May 2026, makes the following changes:

• Extends the closing date and time for offers to 22 June 2026 at 2:00 PM Singapore time.

• Provides responses to clarification questions, with answers contained in an attachment titled "Amendment 0001 answers".

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: The "Response Due Date" has been changed from 19 Jun 2026 to 22 Jun 2026.

• The proposal submission deadline has been extended to 22 June 2026.

• Bidders should review the "Amendment 0001 answers" attachment for clarification on previously submitted questions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for the Regular Overhaul (ROH) of the USNS PUERTO RICO (T-EPF 11). The work includes a repair and maintenance package as specified in SSU SN 26-020.

• Regular Overhaul (ROH) of USNS PUERTO RICO (T-EPF 11).

• Work items are detailed in Military Sealift Command (MSC) specification SSU SN 26-020.

• Includes Category A items and potentially Category B items via Option Line Item 0002.

• Growth work is accommodated via Time-and-Materials (T&M) CLINs (0006/0007).

• Period of Performance: 14 SEP 2026 - 12 DEC 2026 (with options for 12 DEC 2026 - 27 DEC 2026).

• Place of Performance: Thailand or South Korea.

• Contract Type: Primarily Firm Fixed Price (FFP) with Time and Materials (T&M) CLINs for growth work.

• Proposal Due Date: 19 June 2026, 2:00 PM Singapore Standard Time.

• Proposals must be submitted electronically via email or DoD SAFE for large files.

• Evaluation will be based on Lowest Total Price and non-price factors (Technical, Past Performance).

• Technical evaluation includes understanding the Work Item Package, ability to perform, and management control/quality assurance.

• Past Performance evaluation will consider recent and relevant efforts.

• No specific set-aside is mentioned in the initial sections reviewed.

• Offerors must provide all information required by the solicitation.

• References for work items will be provided via DOD SAFE.

• Any work item priced based on estimated quantity/scope will be definitized via contract modification.

• Fully burdened ship repair labor rates and material handling rates are specified for T&M CLINs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Work Item Index Report for the USNS PUERTO RICO (EPF 11). It lists various "work items" categorized by system or area, along with their associated item numbers, titles, and categories (NSP, A, or B).

The report is organized into sections such as "GENERAL SERVICES AND REQUIREMENTS," "HULL AND STRUCTURAL," "PROPULSION MACHINERY," "ELECTRICAL," "COMMUNICATION AND NAVIGATION," "AUXILIARY MACHINERY," "HABITABILITY OUTFITTING AND FURNISHINGS," "HVAC," "DRYDOCKING," and "UNDERWAY REPLENISHMENT EQUIPMENT." Each entry includes a unique item number, a descriptive title of the work item (often including maintenance frequency like "1 YR" or "2.5 YR"), and a category.

This index serves as a comprehensive catalog of potential maintenance, repair, and inspection tasks for the USNS PUERTO RICO. Bidders responding to related solicitations can use this document to understand the scope of work, identify specific technical requirements, and assess the types of services that may be required for different ship systems. It helps in understanding the detailed breakdown of work that might be included in a larger contract or specific task orders.