USNS RAPPAHANNOCK (T-AO 204) MIDTERM 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 NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Yokosuka (FLCY) Site Singapore intends to issue a competitive pre-solicitation for the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) requirement for USNS RAPPAHANNOCK (T-AO 204). This opportunity targets shipyard firms within the Seventh Fleet Area of Responsibility (AOR) for a ship repair availability tentatively scheduled for the end of calendar year 2026.
Scope of Work
The MTA involves comprehensive ship repair and maintenance services. The attached Work Item Index provides a detailed overview of anticipated requirements, categorized by system or area. Key areas include General Services, Hull and Structural, Propulsion Machinery, Electrical, Communication and Navigation, Auxiliary Machinery, HVAC, Drydocking, and Underway Replenishment Equipment. This index is crucial for potential bidders to understand the scope and tailor their capabilities.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation (competitive solicitation anticipated)
- Duration: Mid-Term Availability tentatively scheduled for late 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 16, 2026 (15 calendar days after April 1, 2026)
- Published: April 1, 2026
Eligibility & Submission
This is a pre-solicitation notice only; no contract will be awarded from this notice. Firms must have an active SAM.gov registration and be authorized to do business in the country of performance.
For firms with prior FLCY Site Singapore MTA or ROH experience: Respond to indicate interest in participating.
For firms new to Government solicitations: Submit a capability statement (5 pages or less) on company letterhead, including:
- Company name, contact information (name, phone, mailing, email).
- Brief firm description, shipyard location, and major ship repair overhaul capabilities.
- Relevant work performed corresponding to the Work Item Index, including contract types, dollar value, number of employees, and years in business.
- Firm's website address and experience repairing U.S. Navy ships (if applicable).
Submit capability statements electronically to Gerry Polohanan at gerry.c.polohanan.civ@us.navy.mil with "Capability Statement – Synopsis Response" in the subject line. Telephone or fax submissions will not be accepted.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes only and does not bind the U.S. Government to award a contract. The information is subject to change.