Multi Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) - Professional Mariner (PM) Crew
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- Solicitation number
- N00024-25-R-2310_PSN
- Agency
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Naval Sea Systems Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 483111 Deep Sea Freight Transportation
- Place of performance
- United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation (N00024-25-R-2310) for a Professional Mariner (PM) Crew to operate and maintain four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. The primary objectives include safe ship operation, navigation, equipment maintenance, shipboard hotel services, and routine upkeep both in-port and at-sea. Contractors will be required to provide comprehensive maritime operational support, augmented by a detachment from NSWC-PHD. Key dates include a November 15, 2024 deadline for requesting additional documentation, a November 22, 2024 deadline for submitting draft Statement of Work (SOW) feedback, and an anticipated Industry Day in December 2024. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate in the procurement.
The pre-solicitation notice indicates no specific set-aside designation for this contract opportunity. The solicitation falls under the Deep Sea Freight Transportation NAICS category (483111) and Marine Charter PSC category. While precise award values are not specified, the contract will cover operational support for four MMSC ships over a 14-month post-delivery period for each vessel. The government plans to release the Request for Proposal (RFP) in fiscal year 2025, with an anticipated solicitation number of N00024-25-R-2310. Potential bidders will have opportunities for engagement, including an Industry Day with both in-person and virtual options, and a one-on-one Q&A session for attendees. The contract will require comprehensive maritime operational capabilities, including shore support services and maintenance of government vessels during their post-delivery preparation phase.
Notice text
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Update #4 · Latest ·
NOTICE (2/18/25): Due to an unexpected change in MMSC delivery schedule, the notional schedule for the Government to release an RFP for PM Crew is now Q2 FY27. No further updates to this SAM.gov announcement are planned. Please continue to monitor SAM.gov for MMSC PM Crew contracting opportunities.
Update on 18 February 2025: Industry Day Q&A from 11-12 December 2024 has been attached to this notice.
Update on 26 November 2024: PMS 525 will host a follow-on Industry Day (which complements Industry Days that were conducted on 20-21 October 2021 and 13-14 July 2022) on Wednesday-Thursday, 11-12 December 2024 at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. Additional information, including registration, is available below under the Industry Day header.
Update on 24 October 2024: An Informational Session regarding this presolicitation notice will be held on Wednesday, 13 November 2024 at the International Workboat Show (IWBS) at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La. Please refer to SAM.gov Notice ID N00024-25-R-2310_IWBS24 for information on how to participate in this event.
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The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation, N00024-25-R-2310, for the operation and maintenance of the four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. A Professional Mariner (PM) Crew augmented with a detachment from NSWC-PHD will operate MMSC for the duration of the post-delivery period. Operational responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Safe operation and navigation of the ship
- Equipment planned maintenance
- Shipboard hotel services
- Routine upkeep of MMSC during PD periods in-port and at-sea
The PM Crew Contractor will also be required to provide shore services in support of ship operations.
A draft Statement of Work (SOW), Draft Instructions referenced throughout the SOW, and an Industry Day Questionnaire are attached to this notice.
Upon request, the following information is available to interested parties: Draft Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package. In order to obtain this additional information, please submit a written request via email and include your organization’s CAGE code and POC that will receive the information to Dan Fisher, daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government requests that all interested parties submit their request for this additional information no later than 15 November 2024.
The Government invites interested parties to review the draft SOW and submit any comments, recommendations, and questions using track changes and the comments features in Microsoft Word. The Government requests all feedback to the draft SOW be provided by 5:00 p.m. EST on 22 November 2024 to the contact listed in this notice.
INDUSTRY DAY (Updated 26 November 2024)
An Industry Day for this intended solicitation will be held in-person with a virtual option on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 (0900 to 1500 ET) and Thursday, 12 December 2024 (0900 to 1300 ET). The in-person event will take place at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. The virtual option will be offered through the Microsoft Teams platform.
Parties interested in attending this event should contact Daniel Fisher and Zachary Arriaga via email (daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil and zachary.r.arriaga.civ@us.navy.mil) no later than 1600 ET on 04 December 2024. Please include the following information: Subject line: "N00024-25-R-2310 MMSC Industry Day", and complete Attachment 1, MMSC Industry Day Registration form. The Industry Day Registration Form provides an opportunity for contractors to request a one-on-one breakout discussion with the Government. If requested, a time slot will be assigned.
No audio/visual recording devices of any kind will be permitted.
11 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda
- 0845-0915 Check-in
- 0915-0930 Ground Rules/Agenda
- 0930-1100 MMSC Program Brief
- 1100-1200 Individual Breakout Discussion #1
- 1200-1300 Lunch Break
- 1300- 1400 Individual Breakout Discussion #2
- 1400-1500 Individual Breakout Discussion #3
12 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda (IF NECESSARY)
- 0900-1500: Continuation of Individual Breakout Discussions as needed
Registrants will receive a link and dial-in option to the brief on 09 December 2024.
The objective of this Industry Day is to discuss the scope of a proposed contract for a Professional Mariner (PM) Crew, to operate and support up to four (4) MMSC. A draft SOW for this contract was released 10 October 2024.
The Navy is interested in further understanding Industry perspectives and innovative ideas in achieving the best balance of capabilities and cost for the PM Crew requirements.
RFP INFORMATION
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released in fiscal year 2027 (updated 18 February 2025). The RFP release will be announced via SAM.gov and interested parties must comply with that announcement. SAM.gov is the single point of entry for posting of the synopsis and solicitations to the internet. Interested offerors should monitor the SAM.gov page for release of the solicitation, and any applicable amendments. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to participate in this procurement at https://www.sam.gov/portal.public/SAM/.
This pre-solicitation announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 5.203(a) and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided in response to this notice.
Update #3 ·
Update on 26 November 2024: PMS 525 will host a follow-on Industry Day (which complements Industry Days that were conducted on 20-21 October 2021 and 13-14 July 2022) on Wednesday-Thursday, 11-12 December 2024 at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. Additional information, including registration, is available below under the Industry Day header.
Update on 24 October 2024: An Informational Session regarding this presolicitation notice will be held on Wednesday, 13 November 2024 at the International Workboat Show (IWBS) at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La. Please refer to SAM.gov Notice ID N00024-25-R-2310_IWBS24 for information on how to participate in this event.
*****
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation, N00024-25-R-2310, for the operation and maintenance of the four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. A Professional Mariner (PM) Crew augmented with a detachment from NSWC-PHD will operate MMSC for the duration of the post-delivery period. Operational responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Safe operation and navigation of the ship
- Equipment planned maintenance
- Shipboard hotel services
- Routine upkeep of MMSC during PD periods in-port and at-sea
The PM Crew Contractor will also be required to provide shore services in support of ship operations.
A draft Statement of Work (SOW), Draft Instructions referenced throughout the SOW, and an Industry Day Questionnaire are attached to this notice.
Upon request, the following information is available to interested parties: Draft Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package. In order to obtain this additional information, please submit a written request via email and include your organization’s CAGE code and POC that will receive the information to Dan Fisher, daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government requests that all interested parties submit their request for this additional information no later than 15 November 2024.
The Government invites interested parties to review the draft SOW and submit any comments, recommendations, and questions using track changes and the comments features in Microsoft Word. The Government requests all feedback to the draft SOW be provided by 5:00 p.m. EST on 22 November 2024 to the contact listed in this notice.
INDUSTRY DAY (Updated 26 November 2024)
An Industry Day for this intended solicitation will be held in-person with a virtual option on Wednesday, 11 December 2024 (0900 to 1500 ET) and Thursday, 12 December 2024 (0900 to 1300 ET). The in-person event will take place at Springhill Suites Norfolk Virginia Beach 6350 Newtown Rd. Norfolk, VA 23502. The virtual option will be offered through the Microsoft Teams platform.
Parties interested in attending this event should contact Daniel Fisher and Zachary Arriaga via email (daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil and zachary.r.arriaga.civ@us.navy.mil) no later than 1600 ET on 04 December 2024. Please include the following information: Subject line: "N00024-25-R-2310 MMSC Industry Day", and complete Attachment 1, MMSC Industry Day Registration form. The Industry Day Registration Form provides an opportunity for contractors to request a one-on-one breakout discussion with the Government. If requested, a time slot will be assigned.
No audio/visual recording devices of any kind will be permitted.
11 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda
- 0845-0915 Check-in
- 0915-0930 Ground Rules/Agenda
- 0930-1100 MMSC Program Brief
- 1100-1200 Individual Breakout Discussion #1
- 1200-1300 Lunch Break
- 1300- 1400 Individual Breakout Discussion #2
- 1400-1500 Individual Breakout Discussion #3
12 December 2024: Industry Day Agenda (IF NECESSARY)
- 0900-1500: Continuation of Individual Breakout Discussions as needed
Registrants will receive a link and dial-in option to the brief on 09 December 2024.
The objective of this Industry Day is to discuss the scope of a proposed contract for a Professional Mariner (PM) Crew, to operate and support up to four (4) MMSC. A draft SOW for this contract was released 10 October 2024.
The Navy is interested in further understanding Industry perspectives and innovative ideas in achieving the best balance of capabilities and cost for the PM Crew requirements.
RFP INFORMATION
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released in fiscal year 2025. The RFP release will be announced via SAM.gov and interested parties must comply with that announcement. SAM.gov is the single point of entry for posting of the synopsis and solicitations to the internet. Interested offerors should monitor the SAM.gov page for release of the solicitation, and any applicable amendments. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to participate in this procurement at https://www.sam.gov/portal.public/SAM/.
This pre-solicitation announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 5.203(a) and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided in response to this notice.
Update #2 ·
Update on 24 October 2024: An Informational Session regarding this presolicitation notice will be held on Wednesday, 13 November 2024 at the International Workboat Show (IWBS) at the Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, La. Please refer to SAM.gov Notice ID N00024-25-R-2310_IWBS24 for information on how to participate in this event.
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation, N00024-25-R-2310, for the operation and maintenance of the four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. A Professional Mariner (PM) Crew augmented with a detachment from NSWC-PHD will operate MMSC for the duration of the post-delivery period. Operational responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Safe operation and navigation of the ship
- Equipment planned maintenance
- Shipboard hotel services
- Routine upkeep of MMSC during PD periods in-port and at-sea
The PM Crew Contractor will also be required to provide shore services in support of ship operations.
A draft Statement of Work (SOW), Draft Instructions referenced throughout the SOW, and an Industry Day Questionnaire are attached to this notice.
Upon request, the following information is available to interested parties: Draft Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package. In order to obtain this additional information, please submit a written request via email and include your organization’s CAGE code and POC that will receive the information to Dan Fisher, daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government requests that all interested parties submit their request for this additional information no later than 15 November 2024.
The Government invites interested parties to review the draft SOW and submit any comments, recommendations, and questions using track changes and the comments features in Microsoft Word. The Government requests all feedback to the draft SOW be provided by 5:00 p.m. EST on 22 November 2024 to the contact listed in this notice.
INDUSTRY DAY
An Industry Day for this intended solicitation will be held in-person with a virtual option; the current estimated timeframe for this Industry Day to occur is December 2024. An exact date and location will be determined based on responses to this draft SOW. A one-on-one Q&A will also be offered to Industry Day attendees. Please monitor updates to this announcement and SAM.gov for information regarding this planned Industry Day.
The Government will accept Industry Day Questionnaire responses up until the date of the event.
RFP INFORMATION
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released in fiscal year 2025. The RFP release will be announced via SAM.gov and interested parties must comply with that announcement. SAM.gov is the single point of entry for posting of the synopsis and solicitations to the internet. Interested offerors should monitor the SAM.gov page for release of the solicitation, and any applicable amendments. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to participate in this procurement at https://www.sam.gov/portal.public/SAM/.
This pre-solicitation announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 5.203(a) and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided in response to this notice.
Update #1 ·
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a solicitation, N00024-25-R-2310, for the operation and maintenance of the four Multi Mission Surface Combatants (MMSC) during a 14-month Post Delivery (PD) period for each ship. A Professional Mariner (PM) Crew augmented with a detachment from NSWC-PHD will operate MMSC for the duration of the post-delivery period. Operational responsibilities include, and are not limited to:
- Safe operation and navigation of the ship
- Equipment planned maintenance
- Shipboard hotel services
- Routine upkeep of MMSC during PD periods in-port and at-sea
The PM Crew Contractor will also be required to provide shore services in support of ship operations.
A draft Statement of Work (SOW), Draft Instructions referenced throughout the SOW, and an Industry Day Questionnaire are attached to this notice.
Upon request, the following information is available to interested parties: Draft Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) package. In order to obtain this additional information, please submit a written request via email and include your organization’s CAGE code and POC that will receive the information to Dan Fisher, daniel.a.fisher46.civ@us.navy.mil. The Government requests that all interested parties submit their request for this additional information no later than 15 November 2024.
The Government invites interested parties to review the draft SOW and submit any comments, recommendations, and questions using track changes and the comments features in Microsoft Word. The Government requests all feedback to the draft SOW be provided by 5:00 p.m. EST on 22 November 2024 to the contact listed in this notice.
INDUSTRY DAY
An Industry Day for this intended solicitation will be held in-person with a virtual option; the current estimated timeframe for this Industry Day to occur is December 2024. An exact date and location will be determined based on responses to this draft SOW. A one-on-one Q&A will also be offered to Industry Day attendees. Please monitor updates to this announcement and SAM.gov for information regarding this planned Industry Day.
The Government will accept Industry Day Questionnaire responses up until the date of the event.
RFP INFORMATION
A Request for Proposal (RFP) is anticipated to be released in fiscal year 2025. The RFP release will be announced via SAM.gov and interested parties must comply with that announcement. SAM.gov is the single point of entry for posting of the synopsis and solicitations to the internet. Interested offerors should monitor the SAM.gov page for release of the solicitation, and any applicable amendments. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) in order to participate in this procurement at https://www.sam.gov/portal.public/SAM/.
This pre-solicitation announcement is issued in accordance with FAR 5.203(a) and shall not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or award a contract. The Government will not accept proposals as a result of this notice. The Government will not reimburse respondents for any questions submitted or information provided in response to this notice.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| MMSC PM Crew - Industry Day 3 - Q-A.pdf | ||
| MMSC INDUSTRY DAY 2024 ATTACHMENT 1.docx | DOCX document | |
| DRAFT PM Crew SOW.docx | DOCX document | |
| DRAFT Attachment J-3 Section C SOW Figures.pdf | ||
| MMSC Professional Mariner Crew Industry Day 2024 Questionnaire.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Multi Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) - Professional Mariner (PM) Crew - INFO SESSION 13 NOV 2024 | Special Notice | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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