SHIP REPAIR REQUIREMENT:FY25 5C1 Chief of Naval Operation (CNO) Availability of USS HOWARD (DDG-83)

The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command is seeking an Alteration Installation Team (AIT) support contractor for ship repair work on the USS HOWARD (DDG-83) located in Yokosuka, Japan. The solicitation (RFP N6264925RB003) requires offerors to provide comprehensive repair and maintenance services during a Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Availability period from April 7, 2025 through September 9, 2025. Contractors must hold or obtain a Master Ship Repair Agreement (MSRA) or Agreement for Boat Repair (ABR) prior to contract award and be authorized to do business in Japan. The government intends to award a firm-fixed-price contract to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offeror, with proposals due by February 14, 2025 at 10:00 AM local time. Potential bidders must submit questions by March 12, 2025 and request access to work specifications through the DoD SAFE system by the same date.

The solicitation is not set aside for any specific group and falls under NAICS Category 336611 for Ship Building and Repairing. The place of performance is Yokosuka Naval Base in Kanagawa, Japan, with specific attention to historical and cultural resource protection given the work's proximity to significant structures like Dry Docks 1-6. While specific award value is not disclosed, the contract involves comprehensive ship repair services for a single naval vessel during a five-month availability period. The procurement is classified under Product Service Code V114 for Transportation/Travel/Relocation: Stevedoring, indicating the specialized nature of the maritime repair work. Contractors will be expected to provide complete AIT support for Service Action 91580K, with all work to be conducted at the specified naval facility in Japan. The project represents a critical maintenance opportunity for the USS HOWARD, ensuring the vessel's operational readiness and structural integrity.