USS CINCINNATI (LCS 20) FY27 Docking Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA) and USS CANBERRA (LCS 30) FY27 DSRA Pre-Solicitation Synopsis
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 Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) has issued a Pre-Solicitation Synopsis for the FY27 Docking Selected Restricted Availabilities (DSRA) for the USS CINCINNATI (LCS 20) and USS CANBERRA (LCS 30). This notice indicates NAVSEA's intent to issue solicitation N00024-26-R-4441 for two anticipated Firm-Fixed Price contracts. The Government anticipates issuing awards on or around November 9, 2025.
Scope of Work
This procurement covers all labor, supervision, production, testing, and quality assurance necessary to prepare for and execute these Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Availabilities. The goal is to return the ships to service in a mission-ready condition. The work is expected to require a highly capable contractor with substantial human resources for ship maintenance, repair, and modernization.
An earlier Sources Sought Announcement (posted February 11, 2026) provided more specific details, including dry-dock and pier-side maintenance, repair, and alterations. Key tasks include:
- Hull Structure: Weld repair, watertight door/hatch repair, underwater hull preservation, anode replacement.
- Propulsion Plant: Lube oil cooler cleaning, shaft alignment, thrust bearing replacement, waterjet/shaft assembly replacement.
- Electric Plant: Cableway inspection, circuit breaker repair, generator support system repair.
- Command and Surveillance: Radar/antenna replacement, Echosounder transducer replacement.
- Auxiliary Systems: Insulation/lagging repair, exhaust ventilation cleaning, A/C condenser cleaning, sea valve repair.
- Modernization: L&S Modernization, A/C Plant Chill Water Pumps Replace, 57MM Deck Protection Mod, AUX 5 Tank Top Pitting Mod, and Sea Water Cooling Mods.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Pre-Solicitation Synopsis
- Anticipated Contract Type: Firm-Fixed Price
- Anticipated Award Date: On or around November 9, 2025 (as per the main synopsis).
- Availability Durations: USS CINCINNATI (13 months), USS CANBERRA (12 months) (subject to change).
- Anticipated RFP Release (from Sources Sought): Around April 2026.
- Estimated Period of Performance (from Sources Sought): March 2027 – April 2028 for each DSRA.
- Sources Sought Response Deadline: February 25, 2026 (this deadline has passed).
- Set-Aside: None specified. Competition will be on a coast-wide (West) basis, not limited to the ship's homeport.
Eligibility & Submission
Offerors must be registered in the Solicitation Module in System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award. The solicitation will be issued electronically via PIEE.
Additional Notes
This synopsis is for informational purposes only and is not a commitment to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals in response to this synopsis or reimburse for any information provided. Interested parties are encouraged to monitor PIEE and SAM.gov for the anticipated release of the solicitation and any amendments.
Primary Contact: Jacob Juros, jacob.a.juros.civ@us.navy.mil, 202-781-2904.