VOYAGE REPAIRS (VR)
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, specifically NAVSUP FLC SIGONELLA NAPLES OFFICE, is soliciting proposals for Voyage Repairs (VR) in support of the USNS SHIP (T-AKE). This Solicitation (N6817126QN006) is for a Firm Fixed-Price contract to perform various repair services. Proposals are due by February 17, 2026, at 13:00 Central European Time.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide repair services for the USNS SHIP (T-AKE) in accordance with Attachment J-2 Work Specifications Package and Category "A" Work Items detailed in Attachment J-1 (Pricing Worksheet). Specific work items include, but are not limited to:
- 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 (including replacement of a failed stainless steel plate on the controller stand, 9" x 13.5")
- Modifications to waste drain piping systems (cold cutting, flange installation) Technical clarifications have been provided for items such as MMR Bilge Preservation, Deck Grating (1/4" plate acceptable), and UNREP Stations.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: April 07, 2026, to April 21, 2026
- Place of Performance: Wilhelmshaven, Germany (updated from Portsmouth, UK and Bremerhaven, Germany by amendments)
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside (Full and Open Competition)
- Proposal Due Date: February 17, 2026, at 13:00 Central European Time
- Published Date: December 17, 2025 (original solicitation)
Evaluation
Award will be made to the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) offeror. Evaluation will be based on Technical Capability (rated as Acceptable or Unacceptable) and Price. Only technically acceptable proposals will be considered for price evaluation.
Submission Requirements & Key Amendments
Required documentation includes Standard Form 18, completed Representations and Certifications (Section K), and the Contractor Pricing Breakdown (J-1). Bidders must be registered in SAM.gov and invoicing will be through WAWF. Several amendments have been issued, notably:
- Place of Performance was changed multiple times, ultimately to Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
- The Proposal Due Date has been extended multiple times, with the final deadline being February 17, 2026, at 13:00 CET.
- Amendment 0007 removed the 'FLANGE.pdf' attachment, which was incorrectly included.
- Technical questions regarding work items, draught, and keel clearance have been addressed.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Antonella De Fraia Frangipane at Antonella.defraiafrangipane.ln@us.navy.mil or +39 081 568 3560.