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, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for the Regular Overhaul/Dry Docking (ROH/DD) of the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN (T-AKE 12). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The period of performance is 90 days, commencing on or about July 27, 2026. Proposals are due March 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves a comprehensive work package of approximately 158 items for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN. Key services 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)
- Product Service Code: J998 (Non Nuclear Ship Repair - East)
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside
- Period of Performance: 90 days, commencing on or about July 27, 2026
- Place of Performance: Contractor's facility on the East and Gulf Coast
- Anticipated Award Date: May 28, 2026
- Proposal Due Date: March 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM (EST)
- Published Date: January 21, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made following FAR Part 15 procedures. Market research indicates an expectation of receiving quotes from two or more small businesses.
Additional Notes
A Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) for Government Technical Data (J-14-NDA.docx) is a mandatory requirement for any Offeror intending to access sensitive technical data for solicitation N3220526R0019. Bidders must understand and agree to these terms, including restrictions on data use, dissemination, and return/destruction. Subcontractors requiring access must also execute a similar flow-down NDA. The proposed Solicitation Number is N3220526R0019. For inquiries, contact Haley Rolince.