USS MIGUEL KEITH (ESB 5) MTA
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, NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR YOKOSUKA, is soliciting proposals for the USS MIGUEL KEITH (ESB 5) Mid-Term Availability (MTA). This opportunity involves comprehensive repair and maintenance services for the vessel, with performance to occur in Thailand or Singapore. Eligibility is restricted to firms holding a current Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement of Boat Repair (ABR). Proposals are due May 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM Singapore Standard Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the Mid-Term Availability (MTA) for the USS MIGUEL KEITH (ESB-5), encompassing repair and maintenance as detailed in SSU 27-001 and Attachment J-1 (Work Item Package). The scope includes:
- Management, procurement, production, testing, quality assurance, and technical capability for repairs and alterations.
- Planning, document preparation, engineering, prefabrication, and shipyard production work.
- Adherence to Military Sealift Command (MSC) specifications (SSU SN 27-001) and Ship Repair Facility (SRF) specifications (SING 003-27).
- Compliance with occupational and health standards (29 CFR 1915), control of unclassified information, prevention of oil and hazardous substance discharge, and asbestos removal requirements.
- Tasks include a wide range of maintenance, repair, preservation, and replacement, with specific attention to "SUBSAFE" and "Non-SUBSAFE" work, and Critical Safety Items.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price with Time and Material CLINs for growth work.
- Period of Performance: October 26, 2026, to December 10, 2026, with an option for extension until December 26, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Thailand or Singapore.
- Proposal Due Date: May 8, 2026, at 11:00 AM Singapore Standard Time.
- Published Date: April 8, 2026.
- Eligibility: Restricted to firms with a current Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement of Boat Repair (ABR). Offerors must also have an updated registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Liquidated Damages: $61,705.58 per calendar day for delays.
Evaluation Criteria
Award will be made to the responsible offeror whose proposal offers the lowest evaluated price and for which non-price factors are rated Acceptable. Evaluation factors include:
- Price
- Technical: Understanding the Work Package, Ability to Perform, Management Control & Quality Assurance.
- Past Performance
Submission Instructions
Proposals must be submitted electronically via email to the primary point of contact or via DoD SAFE for large files. Interested parties should contact Hipolito.p.ferrer.civ@us.navy.mil to receive solicitation attachments, including specifications and references, which will be sent separately via DoDSafe email. Requests for Specification Clarification must be submitted no later than 15 calendar days before the offer due date. Proposals must remain valid for at least 180 calendar days.