How to bid on Surface/Carrier Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (S/CEMAT) for Dept of the Navy

What the Navy is buying and why it matters

The Department of the Navy needs engineering and technical support for maintaining and repairing equipment and systems on U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and surface ships. This includes planning for overhauls and repairs.

This is a 5-year contract for a Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), Level of Effort, Indefinite Delivery / Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract. Work will be performed on naval vessels globally, with major locations including Norfolk, San Diego, and Yokosuka, Japan. This opportunity is open to all businesses.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on June 24, 2026. Proposals are due by August 10, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted through the PIEE system by this deadline.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with expertise in engineering and technical support related to equipment and systems on naval vessels. Companies with experience in maintenance, overhaul, and repair planning for aircraft carriers and surface ships would be a good fit. The contract is open to all businesses, regardless of size.

How to respond

To access the solicitation, click the "View original source" link. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view some documents, but not always.

Proposals must be submitted via the PIEE system. A PIEE training brief is provided to assist with submission. For access to certain Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) attachments, you may need to provide a DD2345 form, and an online approval will be accepted.

Practical tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation to understand the full scope of engineering and technical support required. Pay close attention to the specific equipment and systems mentioned for U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and surface ships.

Since this is a Cost Plus Fixed Fee contract, ensure your proposed costs are well-justified and clearly presented. Highlight your firm's experience with similar naval maintenance and repair projects, especially those involving worldwide operations or specific naval bases mentioned. Ensure all required forms, including any necessary DD2345 for CUI access, are completed and submitted correctly through the PIEE system before the deadline.