USNS NEWPORT HAB MOD Material

The Military Sealift Command is seeking small business sources for a comprehensive maritime equipment procurement for the USNS NEWPORT HAB MOD project. The solicitation encompasses 76 unique line items, predominantly focusing on kitchen equipment, berthing and storage furniture, specialized panels, electronic components, and associated hardware. Most items are specified to be fabricated in stainless steel with precise color and dimensional requirements, adhering to NAICS Code 332322 for Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing. Interested businesses must submit a detailed capabilities package by June 5, 2025, at 10:00 AM EDT, which should include company profile, facility details, and potential partnership information. Submissions must be emailed to colin.j.edick.civ@us.navy.mil, with the solicitation number N3220525Q2356 clearly referenced.

The procurement offers particular opportunities for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, Certified HUBZone, and Certified 8(a) Small Businesses, with no specific set-aside designation currently applied. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the anticipated contract award date is July 8, 2025. The procurement covers a comprehensive range of maritime equipment across 76 line items, suggesting a substantial and complex procurement effort. The detailed specifications, including specific color requirements (FS26586, tan, black) and precise dimensional standards, indicate a highly technical and specialized procurement process. The Military Sealift Command's approach suggests a methodical and strategic acquisition of maritime equipment with specific performance and manufacturing standards.