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, has issued a Solicitation Notice for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN (T-AKE 12) FY26 Regular Overhaul/Dry Docking (ROH/DD) Availability. This requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for comprehensive ship repair services. The response date is March 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity encompasses approximately 158 work items for the USNS WILLIAM MCLEAN (T-AKE 12). Key services include:
- General Services for Ship, Shipboard Access and Security
- Cleaning and Gas Freeing of Tanks, Voids, Cofferdams, and Spaces
- Addressing Miscellaneous ABS Hits
- Performing ABS Special Survey - Tank Inspection (5 Year)
- Flight Deck Preservation (3 Year)
- SW Ballast Tank Preservation (10 Year)
- Deckhouse Preservation
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (FAR Part 15 procedures)
- Proposed Solicitation Number: N3220526R0019
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- 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.
- Solicitation Availability: Was available on SAM.gov on or about January 21, 2026.
- Response Due: March 6, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST.
- Published Date: March 3, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
This procurement is designated as a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside, based on market research indicating an expectation of receiving quotes from two or more small businesses.
Submission & Evaluation
Procedures will follow FAR Part 15. Bidders must execute a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to access Government Technical Data required for proposal preparation and contract performance. This NDA outlines strict terms for data use, dissemination restrictions, export controls, and organizational controls. Offerors must identify their legal name, Cage Code, and contact information, and ensure subcontractors also execute flow-down NDAs. Failure to comply can result in significant liability.
Additional Notes
The primary point of contact for this opportunity is Haley Rolince at haley.a.rolince.civ@us.navy.mil or 757-443-1187.