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Multi Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) - Professional Mariner (PM) Crew

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N00024-25-R-2310_PSNFederal

Submission Closed11/22/2025, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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80-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-004

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Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of T-ATS Vessels

Solicitation # N3220526R6006

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ESD 26R0018 SOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R1018

The Military Sealift Command requires the operation and maintenance of two government-owned Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels, the USNS John Glenn and USNS Montford Point. The contractor is responsible for providing both ashore and afloat personnel to manage program engineering, ship operations, property, and budget management. Vessels must be maintained in mission-ready condition and operated in accordance with United States Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping rules, including the maintenance of valid Certificates of Inspection and ABS Classifications. Due to the nature of the mission, the contractor must possess a Secret facility clearance and employ personnel with Secret security clearances. This is a small business set-aside procurement awarded as a single firm-fixed-price contract with pass-through elements. The period of performance consists of one base year from May 2, 2027, to May 1, 2028, with four subsequent one-year options. Award is based on a best-value tradeoff process where technical acceptability and past performance are equal in importance and combined are significantly more important than price. Performance is monitored through key metrics including crew retention, repair timelines, and annual onboard condition inspections, with an award fee potential of up to 250,000 dollars per evaluation period. Invoicing is processed through Wide Area Workflow, with specific fixed reimbursement rates established for berthing, messing, and port charges.

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Solicitation # N32205-SS-PM4-27-003

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Solicitation # N3220526R6077

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Solicitation # N3220525R6003

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ESD N3220526R0018 SOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R0018

The Military Sealift Command requires the operation and maintenance of two government-owned Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels, the USNS John Glenn and USNS Montford Point. The contractor is responsible for ensuring these vessels remain mission-ready at all times, except during scheduled maintenance, and must operate them in accordance with USCG, ABS, and SOLAS regulations. This requirement is structured as a single fixed-price contract with pass-through elements, consisting of a base year from May 2, 2027, to May 1, 2028, with four subsequent one-year options. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 483111, utilizing a best-value tradeoff source selection process where technical capability and past performance are significantly more important than price. Key operational requirements include maintaining a Secret level facility security clearance and employing personnel with Secret clearances. The contractor must manage crew manning across three operational statuses: Full Operating Status, Reduced Operating Status, and Repair Availability Status. Performance is monitored through Onboard Condition Inspections and specific metrics regarding cost, readiness, and manning, with an award fee plan providing up to $250,000 per evaluation period for both ships. Financial administration involves Wide Area Workflow invoicing and detailed reporting of reimbursable expenditures. The contractor is also required to provide comprehensive marine insurance, including Basic P&I and War Risk coverage, naming the United States as an assured.

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DLR Labeling and Military PackagingThis subcontract for DLR Labeling and Military Packaging, issued by the Department of the Navy's Navsup Weapon Systems Support, involves providing specialized packaging and labeling services for Depot Level Repairable items on DLA Distribution projects. The contractor is responsible for applying DLR labels to units, intermediate containers, and shipping containers using industrial bar code printers and MIL-STD packaging materials. All work must strictly comply with Section D Packaging and Markings and specific DLR labeling requirements to ensure units are fully prepared for shipment. The project is based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 26, 2026.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support

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26 days ago

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Navsea Hq

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Contractor Questions on Shipboard Operations, Maintenance, and Support Requirements

2 pages · q-and-a

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Navy Industry Day Attendance and Citizenship Verification Notice

1 page · industry-day

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Post-Delivery Operations and Integration Plan for Saudi Multi-Mission Surface Combatants

29 pages · contract-document

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Draft Attachment J3: Professional Mariner Crew Figures and Post Delivery Schedule

2 pages · draft-solicitation

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MMSC Professional Mariner Crew Q&A - Industry Day 11-12 Dec 2024

2 pages · q-and-a

Low

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PostedOct 10

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Response DeadlineNov 22

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Submission Closed

11/22/2025, 10:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsea Hq

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsea Hq

Office AddressWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

Contacts

Daniel (Dan) Fisher

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Full Description

NOTICE (2/18/25): Due to an unexpected change in MMSC delivery schedule, the notional schedule for the Government to release an RFP for PM Crew is now Q2 FY27. No further updates to this SAM.gov announcement are planned. Please continue to monitor SAM.gov for MMSC PM Crew contracting opportunities. Update on 18 February 2025: Industry Day Q&A from 11-12 December 2024 has been attached to this notice. Update on 26 November 2024: PMS 525 will host a follow-on Industry Day (which complements Industry Days that were conducted on 20-21 October 2021 and 13-14 July 2022) on Wednesday-Thursday, 11-12 December 2024 at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. Additional information, including registration, is available below under the Industry Day header. Update on 24 October 2024: An Informational Session regarding this presolicitation notice will be held on Wednesday, 13 November 2024 at the International Workboat Show (IWBS) at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La. Please refer to SAM.gov Notice ID N00024-25-R-2310_IWBS24 for information on how to participate in this event. ***** The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation, N00024-25-R-2310, for the operation and maintenance of the four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. A Professional Mariner (PM) Crew augmented with a detachment from NSWC-PHD will operate MMSC for the duration of the post-delivery period. Operational responsibilities include, and are not limited to: Safe operation and navigation of the ship Equipment planned maintenance Shipboard hotel services Routine upkeep of MMSC during PD periods in-port and at-sea The PM Crew Contractor will also be required to provide shore services in support of ship operations. A draft Statement of Work (SOW), Draft Instructions referenced throughout the SOW, and an Industry Day Questionnaire are attached to this notice. Upon request, the following information is available to interested parties: Draft Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package. In order to obtain this additional information, please submit a written request via email and include your organization's CAGE code and POC that will receive the information to Dan Fisher, daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government requests that all interested parties submit their request for this additional information no later than 15 November 2024. The Government invites interested parties to review the draft SOW and submit any comments, recommendations, and questions using track changes and the comments features in Microsoft Word. The Government requests all feedback to the draft SOW be provided by 5:00 p.m. EST on 22 November 2024 to the contact listed in this notice. INDUSTRY DAY (Updated 26 November 2024) An Industry Day for this intended solicitation will be held in-person with a virtual option on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 (0900 to 1500 ET) and Thursday, 12 December 2024 (0900 to 1300 ET). The in-person event will take place at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. The virtual option will be offered through the Microsoft Teams platform. Parties interested in attending this event should contact Daniel Fisher and Zachary Arriaga via email (daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil and zachary.r.arriaga.civ@us.navy.mil) no later than 1600 ET on 04 December 2024. Please include the following information: Subject line: "N00024-25-R-2310 MMSC Industry Day", and complete Attachment 1, MMSC Industry Day Registration form. The Industry Day Registration Form provides an opportunity for contractors to request a one-on-one breakout discussion with the Government. If requested, a time slot will be assigned. No audio/visual recording devices of any kind will be permitted. 11 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda 0845-0915 Check-in 0915-0930 Ground Rules/Agenda 0930-1100 MMSC Program Brief 1100-1200 Individual Breakout Discussion #1 1200-1300 Lunch Break 1300- 1400 Individual Breakout Discussion #2 1400-1500 Individual Breakout Discussion #3 12 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda (IF NECESSARY) 0900-1500: Continuation of Individual Breakout Discussions as needed Registrants will receive a link and dial-in option to the brief on 09 December 2024. The objective of this Industry Day is to discuss the scope of a proposed contract for a Professional Mariner (PM) Crew, to operate and support up to four (4) MMSC. A draft SOW for this contract was released 10 October 2024. The Navy is interested in further understanding Industry perspectives and innovative ideas in achieving the best balance of capabilities and cost for the PM Crew requirements. RFP INFORMATION A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released in fiscal year 2027 (updated 18 February 2025). The RFP release will be announced via SAM.gov and interested parties must comply with that announcement. SAM.gov is the single point of entry for posting of the synopsis and solicitations to the internet. Interested offerors should monitor the SAM.gov page for release of the solicitation, and any applicable amendments. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to participate in this procurement at https://www.sam.gov/portal.public/SAM/. This pre-solicitation announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 5.203(a) and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided in response to this notice.