# SAM #N3220526C1217P00014

Award and urgent ship repairs for USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196)

**Buyer:** MSC Norfolk
**Posted:** November 03, 2026
**Identifier:** N3220526C1217P00014
**NAICS:** 336611

The Navy notice concerns an award and urgent contract modifications for maintenance and ship repairs aboard USNS KANAWHA (T-AO 196).
- **Award and contractor:** Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk identifies contract N3220526C1217; the supporting justification names Alabama Shipyard Inc. as the contract holder.
- **Purpose:** Complete regulatory and safety work before the vessel departs, addressing deficiencies identified by the American Bureau of Shipping and vessel officers. The justification cites unusual and compelling urgency and says competition was impracticable.
- **Listed work items:**
  - Insert Winch Control Room BHD — WI 108; CCO #117.
  - Replace Failed Ciphers — WI 655; CCO #129.
  - Security Lock and Deadbolt — WI 655; CCO #134.
  - Flight Deck Net Repair — WI 156; CCO #107.
- **Scope and requirements:** The work supports compliance with U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and American Bureau of Shipping requirements. The attachment summaries provide no quantities or part numbers.
- **Schedule and funding:** The original contract period is August 5 through November 19, 2026. Work is funded with FY2027 O&M,N funds. The cited class justification authority expires one year after approval; the approval date is not provided.
- **Cost context:** The justification cites a vessel daily rate of $112,976 and an estimated 381-day lead time, but provides no contract award value.

### Description

<p>Please see attached J&amp;A and Enclosure for the USNS KANAWHA MTA New Work.</p>

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