Solicitation Notice is for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN FY26 ROH/DD
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 (MSC) Norfolk, is issuing a Solicitation for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN (T-AKE 12) FY26 Regular Overhaul/Dry Docking (ROH/DD) Availability. This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires extensive ship repair services. The solicitation is anticipated to be released on SAM.gov around January 21, 2026, with an anticipated award date of May 28, 2026. The response date is currently To Be Determined (TBD).
Scope of Work
This opportunity involves a comprehensive work package of approximately 158 work items for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN. Key requirements include:
- General Services for Ship
- Shipboard Access and Security
- Cleaning and Gas Freeing of Tanks, Voids, Cofferdams, and Spaces
- Miscellaneous ABS Hits
- ABS Special Survey - Tank Inspection (5 Year)
- Flight Deck Preservation (3 Year)
- SW Ballast Tank Preservation (10 Year)
- Deckhouse Preservation
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation (FAR Part 15 procedures)
- Period of Performance: 90 days, commencing on or about July 27, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility on the East and Gulf Coast.
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside.
- Anticipated Solicitation Release: On or about January 21, 2026.
- Anticipated Award Date: May 28, 2026.
- Response Date: To Be Determined (TBD).
Evaluation
Award will be made following FAR Part 15 procedures.
Additional Notes
Access to Government Technical Data for proposal preparation requires the execution of a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA). This NDA outlines strict terms for data usage, dissemination restrictions, and liability. Offerors must agree to these terms and provide details for any subcontractors requiring access. The proposed Solicitation Number is N3220526R0019. The primary contact is Haley Rolince at haley.a.rolince.civ@us.navy.mil or 757-443-1187.