Shipboard Access and Force Protection Support

The contract titled Shipboard Access and Force Protection Support is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, procured by Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Yokosuka, aimed at providing comprehensive support for shipboard access control, security protocols, and force protection measures during vessel maintenance availability periods. The scope requires the contractor to implement and manage physical and procedural security systems that ensure only authorized personnel access restricted areas aboard naval vessels, enforce compliance with established defense security standards, and coordinate with onboard and shore-based security teams to mitigate threats during sensitive maintenance operations. This includes monitoring entry points, managing credentialing systems, conducting threat assessments, and maintaining situational awareness to safeguard personnel, equipment, and classified information throughout the availability cycle. The solicitation was posted on July 29, 2026, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 561612, which pertains to security services. The place of performance is linked to naval operations at Yokosuka, though specific geographic details are not provided, indicating the work will be conducted aboard ships undergoing maintenance at the designated naval facility. There is no set-aside designation, meaning the contract is open to all eligible subcontractors regardless of business size or socioeconomic status. The contract emphasizes operational readiness and security integrity during maintenance windows, requiring the contractor to demonstrate proven experience in maritime security, force protection planning, and coordination with U.S. Navy protocols. All work must align with Department of Defense directives on access control and physical security without reliance on external documentation or referenced files.