USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) FY27 Mid-Term Availability

The contract pertains to the mid-term availability (MTA) maintenance and repair of the USNS MERCY (T-AH 19) scheduled for fiscal year 2027, with work planned to take place from February 8 through April 7, 2027. The Department of Defense’s Military Sealift Command in Norfolk is seeking capable shipyards under NAICS Code 336611 to perform comprehensive ship repair services. While the current notice served as a sources sought to identify qualified firms and gather company information—including size, facilities, and joint ventures—it is not a solicitation and will not result in an immediate award. This market research effort will inform the upcoming formal solicitation, expected to be issued around May 2026, with proposals due by May 20, 2026. The contracting office is located in Norfolk, VA, with Rodney King serving as the primary point of contact. In addition to the solicitation process, potential offerors must comply with a Use and Non-Disclosure Agreement governing access to technical data and software related to the USNS MERCY. This NDA restricts the use of sensitive government information solely to proposal development and contract execution for this specific project, requiring strict controls against unauthorized distribution. Subcontractors involved must also be bound by similar confidentiality obligations. The agreement further stipulates that all such data be returned or destroyed following contract award or conclusion, ensuring protection of proprietary and national security information throughout the procurement and performance phases.