USNS ROBERT E. SIMANEK (ESB 7) Lay Berth and Ship Repair
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) is soliciting proposals for Lay Berth and Ship Repair Services for the USNS ROBERT E. SIMANEK (ESB 7). This effort involves a long-term lay berth, maintenance, and overhaul period to enhance the vessel's maintenance status. The required location for these services is on the US East or Gulf Coast. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Final proposal revisions are due January 29, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor shall provide facilities, services, labor, and materials for:
- Berthing the USNS ROBERT E. SIMANEK (ESB 7).
- Preventive maintenance industrial assistance.
- Planning and material procurement.
- Execution of a maintenance and repair availability. The vessel will enter a long-term lay berth, maintenance, and overhaul period. MSC will retain a limited crew (Engineering and/or Deck officer(s)) comprising the Ship Management Team (SMT).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: J998 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair)
- Place of Performance: US East or Gulf Coast
- Final Proposal Revisions Due: January 29, 2026, 12:00 p.m. local Norfolk
- Published: January 16, 2026
- Amendments: Multiple amendments (0001-0007) have been issued, revising sections, Work Items (WIs), and attachments. Amendment 0007 specifically added DFARS 252.232-7007, removed/changed SLINs, revised the period of performance, and extended the due date.
Additional Notes
Offerors should carefully review all amendments, particularly Amendment 0007, which extended the final proposal revision due date and made significant changes to the solicitation. Changes include restructuring Section B, updating J-4 Contractor Price Breakdown, and revising text in sections C, J, and L. Submission of proposals will likely be via the PIEE Solicitation Module, as indicated by related instructional documents.