USNS MERCY (INTEGRATED BRIDGE SYSTEM)

The USNS Mercy Integrated Bridge System project, managed by the Military Sealift Command under solicitation N3220522Q0179, involves the design, procurement, installation, and testing of a commercial-grade Integrated Bridge System for the USNS Mercy (T-AH 19). This effort is part of a broader initiative to extend the vessel's service life to 2035 by replacing obsolete navigation equipment to ensure compliance with ABS, USCG, IMO, and IEEE standards. The scope of work is divided into a base period for engineering and design, followed by two options for procurement and integration and installation and technical support. Performance is monitored through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan and a Contract Data Requirements List, which mandate deliverables such as shipcheck reports, an integrated master schedule, and monthly progress reports. The procurement was conducted as a Request for Quotes for engineering services under NAICS 541330 and was not set aside for small businesses. Award selection was based on the lowest priced technically acceptable quoter, evaluating technical capability, price, and past performance. The contract requires strict adherence to FAR and DFARS provisions, including specific representations and certifications regarding foreign end products. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, contractors are required to execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement for access to controlled government technical data. Performance of the work is centered in San Diego, California, with oversight provided by the Department of Defense in Norfolk, Virginia.