USNS TIPPECANOE (T-AO 199) 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 / MSCHQ NORFOLK has issued a Presolicitation for the Mid-Term Availability of the USNS TIPPECANOE (T-AO 199). This opportunity seeks a contractor to perform necessary maintenance and repairs for the vessel. The anticipated period of performance is March 25, 2027, to June 08, 2027.
Scope of Work
The contractor will be responsible for preparing for and accomplishing the Mid-Term Availability of the USNS TIPPECANOE (T-AO 199) as specified in the forthcoming solicitation and work item package. The place of performance will be the contractor's facility, which must be located on the West Coast due to operational and national security considerations. This effort falls under Product Service Code J999 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair).
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (Full and Open Competition)
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about April 22, 2026
- Period of Performance: March 25, 2027, to June 08, 2027
- Published Date: April 6, 2026
Key Requirements & Access
To prepare a proposal, interested parties must obtain access to the work item package and government-furnished technical data. This requires completing and returning a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). The NDA specifies that data is for proposal preparation only, with strict controls on dissemination, export, and access. Bidders must ensure subcontractors also execute similar NDAs. The solicitation will be made available via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module.
Evaluation
This opportunity is open to all responsible sources, and proposals will be considered by the agency. The decision for full and open competition was based on market research, with concurrence from the MSC Office of Small Business and SBA Procurement Center Representative.
Contact Information
Questions or comments regarding this notice should be directed to the point of contact.
- Primary: Thomas White (thomas.l.white222.civ@us.navy.mil, 757-341-5739)
- Secondary: Marcin Krauze (marcin.krauze.civ@us.navy.mil)