VOYAGE REPAIRS (VR)

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0003) to solicitation N6817126QN006 makes the following changes:

• Place of Performance: Changed from Bremerhaven, Germany to Wilhelmshaven, Germany.

• Questions & Answers: Provides answers to bidder questions via attachment #1 "RFC-001 USNS WMC".

• Proposal Due Date/Time: Extended to Monday, 02 February 2026, at 11:30 A.M. Central European Time.

• Technical References/Photos: Available upon request, to be sent to Antonella De Fraia Frangipane.

• Section A - Solicitation/Contract Form: Response Due Time and Response Due Date have been updated.

• Section J - List of Attachments: Attachment #1 RFC-001 USNS WMC has been added.

The proposal due date and time have been extended to 02 February 2026, 11:30 A.M. CET.

Questions & Answers / Clarifications

This document provides responses to bidder questions regarding various work items for the USNS William McLean (T-AKE 12) Vessel Repair Availability (VRA) scheduled for April 2026.

• WI 0629 MMR Bilge Preservation: Oily waste water is anticipated from pressure washing. Main Diesel Engine No.1 may be opened for overhaul by OEM with separation distance. Photos for paragraph 7.14 are not available. Work is on tank top or innerbottom, not shell plating.
• WI 0630 MMR Various Equipment Deck Covering PRC Epoxy Install: No ship equipment is anticipated to be removed. Protective covering and ventilation are required for engine areas. Available photos were previously provided.
• WI 1001 Gypsy Winch Master Control Pedestal Foundation Plate: Wires are confirmed to be inside the control box pipe.
• WI 0102 Exterior Weather Deck Handrail Replace: Stanchions are welded to the deck. Similar installations are provided in referenced files. Material is 304L stainless steel. Pipe thickness is Schedule 40 for 1-inch pipe and ½ inch round bar is solid.
• WI 0104 UNREP Stations 3 thru 6 Kingposts Preservation: Scaffolding is required up to the kingpost top. Pressure washing is considered essential. 120V electrical power for portable tools will be available from the vessel.
• WI 0108 UNREP Stations 3 thru 6 Vertical Ladders Modification & Preservation: Additional drawings will be provided by DoDSAFE. Ladder heights are available in a general arrangement file.
• WI 0109 Exterior Light Brackets: Scaffolding/ladders will be necessary to reach 50% of the light brackets, with an anticipated height of 16 feet.
• WI 0301 Kick Pipe & Stuffing Tube: A report on penetrations is to be issued by the contractor. Length of cable to be pulled back is 50 feet each. Insulation details and photos are available in referenced files. Some cable penetrations require lagging/insulation removal (assume 15 sq ft) and overhead panel removals (assume 4 locations).
• WI 0515 MMR Deck Grating Diamond Plate Install: Max width of grating is 4 feet.
• WI 0516 Reverse Osmosis Platform Modification: Specific steel angles and stainless steel fasteners are required.
• WI 0517 Exterior Weather Deck Pipe Bracket Replace: Overlap to existing angle bar or submission of a Condition Report is required if corrosion degradation is excessive.

These clarifications address specific technical details, material requirements, and procedural questions, providing bidders with necessary information to refine their proposals and understand the scope of work for each item.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment modifies the solicitation N6817126QN006, originally dated 17 Dec 2025.

• The primary change is to the place of performance, which is being moved from Portsmouth, UK to Bremerhaven, Germany.

• Clause 252.232-7003, "Electronic Submission of Payment Requests and Receiving Reports," has been modified. The date associated with this clause has been changed from Dec 2018 to Nov 2018.

• Place of Performance (as stated in Item 14 of the SF 30)

• Section G - Contract Administration Data (specifically clause 252.232-7003)

All other information in the solicitation remains unchanged. This amendment does not appear to alter proposal deadlines or evaluation factors, but bidders should note the change in the place of performance for their planning.

Amendment / Modification

This amendment provides answers to bidder questions and modifies a contract clause.

• Bidder Questions & Answers:

  • Question 1: Clarification on minimum achievable draught. Answer: The anticipated draught is 8.7 meters (subject to change).
  • Question 2: Confirmation of required under keel clearance. Answer: The required under keel clearance is 1.0 meter.

• Clause Modification:

  • Clause 252.217-7008 Bonds was modified. The effective date changed from December 1991 to November 1991.

• All other information from the original solicitation remains unchanged.

• Proposal deadlines and requirements are not explicitly stated as being modified by this amendment, but bidders should review the Q&A for any impact on their understanding of the opportunity.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a PDF portfolio wrapper, indicating that the actual content requires a specific version of Adobe Reader or Acrobat to open. It does not contain substantive information about the opportunity itself.

This document is not directly relevant to understanding the opportunity's requirements, scope, or submission details. Bidders will need to access the actual attached document, which is likely contained within this portfolio, to obtain necessary information.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a PDF portfolio wrapper, indicating that the actual content requires a specific version of Adobe Acrobat or Reader (version X or later) to be opened and viewed. It does not contain the substantive details of a solicitation, SOW, PWS, amendment, or other typical procurement document.

Bidders need to be aware that the primary document content is not directly accessible through this initial PDF. They must ensure they have the appropriate software to open the "J-2 WORK SPECIFICATION PACKAGE.pdf" to understand the opportunity's requirements, specifications, or other critical information.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is the "J-1 Contractor's Price Breakdown" for the USNS SHIP (T-AKE) RFQ #N6817126QN006. It is intended for bidders to detail their proposed pricing for various work items.

• The sheet is organized by CLIN (Contract Line Item Number) and Work Item.
• Categories include General Services, Hull and Structural, Electrical, Auxiliary Machinery, Habitability, Outfitting & Furnishing, and Underway Replenishment Equipment.
• For each work item, bidders are expected to provide details on:
  • Number of Personnel
  • Number of Days
  • Man Hours
  • Labor Rate
  • Total Labor Cost
  • Material Cost
  • Subcontractor Costs
  • Travel Expenses
• A "TOTAL PRICE" is calculated at the bottom.

Bidders must use this form to submit their detailed pricing proposal. It outlines the specific cost categories required for each line item of work associated with the T-AKE vessel opportunity. The "TOTAL PRICE" from this breakdown will be a critical component of the overall bid.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation (RFQ N6817126QN006) is for Voyage Repair services in support of the USNS SHIP (T-AKE). The work items are detailed in Attachment J-2 Work Specifications Package.

• The contractor shall repair the vessel in accordance with the attached Category "A" Work Items as per Attachment J-1 (Pricing Worksheet) and J-2 Work Specification Package.

• Specific work items include, but are not limited to:

  • Gas Free Certificates
  • Exterior Weather Deck Handrail Replacement
  • UNREP Stations 3 thru 6 Kingposts Preservation
  • Exterior Light Brackets
  • Kick Pipe & Stuffing Tube
  • MMR Deck Grating Diamond Plate Install
  • Reverse Osmosis Platform Modification
  • MMR Bilge Preservation
  • Various Equipment Deck Covering PRC Epoxy Install
  • Gypsy Winch Master Control Pedestal Foundation Plate

• Category "N" work items include general requirements, technical representation, testing, and safety procedures.

• Performance standards are detailed in Work Item 0004, "Testing and Quality Assurance."

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)

• Period of Performance: 07 April 2026 to 21 April 2026

• Place of Performance: Portsmouth, UK

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but pricing is required in US Dollars.

• Proposal Submission Deadline: Monday, 26 January 2026, 11:00 AM Central European Time.

• Questions Deadline: Wednesday, 21 January 2026, 11:00 AM CET.

• Submission Method: Electronically via email to the points of contact listed.

• Evaluation Factors: Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability and Price.

• Technical Capability will be rated as Acceptable or Unacceptable. Only acceptable technical proposals will be evaluated for price.

• Required Documentation: Standard Form 18, completed Representations and Certifications (Section K), Contractor Pricing Breakdown (J-1), and Work Specification Package (J-2).

• This RFQ is not a small business set-aside.

• Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) Offeror.

• The contractor must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov).

• Invoicing and payment will be processed through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).