How to bid on Service Craft and Boats (SCB) MAC for the Department of the Navy

What the Navy is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Navy is seeking multiple contractors for a Multiple Award Contract (MAC) for Service Craft and Boats (SCB). This Indefinite-Delivery, Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract will support the acquisition of service craft for Navy programs and Foreign Military Sales (FMS).

This opportunity is significant for businesses that can provide various service craft and boats, as it is a MAC IDIQ, meaning multiple awards are anticipated, and it will cover ongoing needs for the Navy and FMS.

Key dates and deadlines

There are two different proposal due dates for this solicitation. Proposals for Lot 1 and Lot 2 (if not bidding on the initial Auxiliary Personnel Lighter (APL) Delivery Order) are due by August 13, 2026.

If you are submitting a Lot 2 proposal that includes a bid for the initial APL Delivery Order, your proposal is due by August 31, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. These differing dates reflect specific requirements for each part of the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in the manufacturing or provision of service craft and boats. The initial Lot 2 order is expected to cover an Auxiliary Personnel Lighter (APL).

Vendors with experience in Department of Defense contracting and those familiar with Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements are particularly well-suited, as CMMC compliance is required.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation attachments, you must use the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) link provided in the original notice. Once on the PIEE page, scroll to the bottom and select Notice ID N0002426R220X under the 'Update/Notice' block.

For the initial APL Delivery Order under Lot 2, which requires access to Distribution Statement D technical data, you must submit an approved DD Form 2345, a completed Terms of Use Agreement (TOUA), and other information detailed in the Combined Synopsis and Solicitation.

Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review all amendments and attachments, including Bidders Questions Responses and amendments to sections L.4, L.8, and L.12. Ensure your proposal addresses all updated requirements.

Pay close attention to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. Non-compliance will likely disqualify your proposal. Begin preparing your CMMC documentation early if you do not already have it.

If you plan to bid on the initial APL Delivery Order, start the process for obtaining access to Distribution Statement D technical data immediately. This involves submitting a DD Form 2345 and a Terms of Use Agreement, which can take time to process.