American Bureau of Shipping Inspection program

The U.S. Navy, through the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is awarding a sole-source, firm fixed-price contract for engineering inspection services in support of Carrier Strike Group Four, specifically for four Training Support Vessels designated TSV-1 PREVAIL, TSV-3 HUNTER, TSV-4 NARRAGANSETT, and TSV-5 VINDICATOR. The contract requires the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), the sole authorized provider under U.S. Coast GuardAlternate Compliance Program authority, to conduct all mandated inspections and surveys in full compliance with ABS Rules and Regulations, including Annual, Intermediate, Special, and Repairs Surveys, as well as Loadline, Tonnage, and Stability certifications. All inspections occur onboard vessels at their homeport in Virginia Beach, Virginia, with additional activities at JEB Little Creek piers in Norfolk, and must include quarterly visitation, weekly attendance at Condition Maintenance Availability events, and full participation in dry dock operations. The contractor must maintain a current, accurate database of all inspections and certifications and promptly report any deficiencies or discrepancies to the vessel’s Master, Chief Engineer, CSG-4 Port Engineer, and TSV Squadron Program Manager. Performance is continuous over a twelve-month period, with monthly deliveries consisting of certification status updates and invoice logs with ceiling tracking to prevent fiscal overruns; however, the total contract value remains undisclosed. No formal line item pricing, CLINs, or cost structure are provided, and there are no specified packaging, marking, or shipping requirements. The contract imposes strict access protocols for personnel requiring entry to military installations, mandates that only ABS-certified surveyors be used, and includes affirmative reporting obligations regarding the completeness and accuracy of submitted data. Although no formal evaluation factors, contract clauses, or government contracting officer details are present, the award is justified solely on ABS’s unique and irreplaceable role as the USCG-designated agent for maritime compliance, eliminating competition. The point of contact for the solicitation is Sarah Walsh of NAVSUP FLC Norfolk, with proposals due by May 13, 2026, and no written solicitation will be issued beyond the publicly posted notice.