Opportunity
SAM #PM3-5-N105A-26-06
Operation and Maintenance Services for Five Government-Owned Maritime Prepositioning Ships
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
June 17, 2026
Respond By
July 01, 2026
Identifier
PM3-5-N105A-26-06
NAICS
483111, 488390, 336611
The Military Sealift Command (MSC), under the U.S. Navy, is seeking contractors for the operation and maintenance of five government-owned Maritime Prepositioning Ships (MPS) divided into two lots: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC), COMSC N105A - Services Requested: - Operation and maintenance of two Watson Class ships (USNS Sisler, USNS Dahl) - Operation and maintenance of three Bobo Class ships (USNS Williams, USNS Lummus, USNS Button) - Operation and maintenance of shipboard communication suites, including IT systems and cryptographic material custodianship - Key Requirements: - Contractors must have SECRET-level facility and personnel clearances - Demonstrated experience operating large ocean-going vessels - Compliance with U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), and Military Sealift Command (MSC) standards - 24/7 availability for communication suite support, with personnel holding specific IT certifications - Contract Structure: - Firm-fixed-price with reimbursable elements - 12-month base period with four 12-month option periods - No specific OEMs or part numbers are mentioned; focus is on ship operation, maintenance, and IT/communications support
Description
Military Sealift Command (MSC) is requesting industry feedback for the operation and maintenance of five (5) Government-Owned Contractor-Operated Maritime Prepositioning Ships. See attached Sources Sought Notice for details.