Bid guide
How to bid on Marine Boatyard Support and Industrial Support for the Dept of the Navy
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The Department of the Navy needs marine boatyard and industrial support services. This includes modifications, upgrades, service life extensions, and repairs for non-commissioned boats, barges, crafts, and lighterage. These services are primarily for Naval Facilities in the San Diego area, such as Naval Base San Diego and Naval Air Station North Island.
This is a multiple-award indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year ordering period. The Navy anticipates awarding this as a supply contract, where the 'supply' is the procurement of repaired, mission-ready vessels and equipment returned to service. This opportunity is a total small business set-aside, making it relevant for eligible small businesses in the marine repair sector.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This Request for Proposal (RFP) was published on July 07, 2026. All proposals must be submitted by August 07, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET. This deadline is firm, and late submissions may not be considered.
After the deadline, the Navy will evaluate proposals based on past performance, technical factors, and price. The government intends to make multiple awards.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is a total small business set-aside. The applicable NAICS code is 336611, Ship Building and Repairing, which has a small business size standard of 1,300 employees or less. Firms specializing in marine boatyard services, industrial support, and vessel repair are well-suited for this contract.
Successful offerors will need to provide all necessary management, material support services, labor, supplies, and equipment. A Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) approved Quality System, in accordance with NAVSEA Standard Item 009-04, must be in place at the time of contract award.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the solicitation documents, click the 'View original source' link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have access to the RFP, carefully review all instructions, specifications, and requirements. Proposals will be considered from all responsible sources.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Thoroughly address all aspects of the solicitation, paying close attention to the evaluation factors: past performance, technical capabilities, and price. Provide clear and concise descriptions of your firm's experience with similar projects, especially those involving non-commissioned boats, barges, and service craft.
Ensure your proposed technical approach demonstrates a clear understanding of the required marine boatyard and industrial support services, including modifications, upgrades, and repairs. Detail how your firm will meet the requirement to use the latest revisions of all references, specifications, and NAVSEA Standard Items. Finally, present a competitive and well-justified price proposal.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Dept of the Navy; the original posting controls.