USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS foreign trash removal
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, specifically the MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND BATS, is requesting quotes for foreign regulated waste removal services for the USNS WASHINGTON CHAMBERS (T-AKE 11) at NAVMAG Indian Island, Port Hadlock, WA. The service is scheduled for February 10, 2026. Quotes are due by February 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the removal of approximately 28 Tri-Walls of foreign trash, totaling about 1,776 cubic feet. Each Tri-Wall measures 4x4x4 feet and weighs approximately 500 pounds. An estimated one MARPOL-approved container will be used for removal.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotes)
- Product/Service Code: M2AC - Husbanding Services—Removal Services
- Period of Performance: February 10, 2026, through February 17, 2026 (1300 Local)
- Place of Performance: NAVMAG Indian Island, 100 Indian Island Road, Port Hadlock, Washington 98339
- Response Due: February 6, 2026, at 7:00 PM UTC
- Published: February 4, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
Eligibility & Special Requirements
To be eligible for award, prospective contractors must:
- Be on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) list of approved regulated garbage haulers.
- Have access to a MARPOL-approved container per CBP protocol and standards. This capability must be confirmed in the quote.
- Offers/quotes must not include the offeror's/vendor's standard commercial terms and conditions.
- Comply with Wage Determination WD '2005-2565' REV '17'.
- Report labor hours (including subcontractors) via the MSC NRFK Manpower secure data collection site (https://doncmra.nmci.navy.mil).
- Require pre-award ship visits and contract performance access, including EPIC personnel screening, Base/Repair Facility Access Request, Vehicle Access Request, Ship Access List, and DBIDS® badges. Specific procedures and timelines apply.
Contact Information
- Primary: Matthew Bruce (matthew.s.bruce5.civ@us.navy.mil, 619-553-0285)
- Secondary: Thomas Muhlethaler (thomas.muhlethaler@navy.mil, 619-524-9816)