How to bid on Maintenance, Repair, and Preservation of YRBM-50 for DEPT of the Navy

What the Navy is buying

The Department of the Navy needs a small business shipyard to perform maintenance, repair, and preservation on the YRBM-50 vessel. This includes hull and tank repairs, blasting and painting, deck work, system upgrades, inspections, and dock trials. The work is scheduled to take place from March 31, 2027, through March 31, 2028.

This opportunity is significant for shipyards in the Puget Sound region that can handle a vessel of 153 feet in length and 43 feet in width. The contractor's facility must be located in the Puget Sound region, specifically from Olympia, Washington, north to Bellingham, Washington.

Key dates and deadlines

This solicitation was published on September 03, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by October 05, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. It is crucial to submit your response before this deadline, as late submissions are typically not considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 336611, which covers ship building and repairing. It is ideal for small business shipyards with facilities in the defined Puget Sound region of Washington state (Olympia north to Bellingham).

Your firm must have the capability to accommodate a vessel with a length of 153 feet and a width of 43 feet. Offerors must also be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to be eligible for award.

How to respond

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Tips for a competitive response

Carefully review the Statement of Work, especially Section 3.0, for all specific work items and tasks. Ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your shipyard's capacity to handle the YRBM-50's dimensions and the full scope of required maintenance, repair, and preservation.

Highlight your experience with similar vessel types and the specific services requested, such as hull and tank repairs, blasting, painting, and system upgrades. Emphasize your facility's location within the specified Puget Sound region and its ability to support government oversight. Double-check your SAM registration status to ensure it is active and up-to-date before submitting your proposal.