Bid guide
How to bid on U.S. Navy 78-FOOT Patrol Boat Organizational Maintenance
What the Navy is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Navy is seeking information from businesses capable of providing organizational and intermediate maintenance services for three 78-foot patrol boats. This work is crucial for maintaining the readiness of these boats, which support the Navy's Int-Transit Submarine Launched Ballistic Missile Security Mission and Sea-Launched Cruise Missile, Nuclear Security Mission.
The potential contract is expected to include a 12-month base period and four additional option years. This is a significant opportunity for firms with relevant marine maintenance experience to support critical national security operations.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The deadline for responding to this Request for Information (RFI) is August 07, 2026, at 8:00 PM ET. This is a sources-sought notice, not a request for proposals, so no contract will be awarded directly from this announcement.
By the deadline, interested firms should submit a detailed white paper capability statement. The Navy will use these responses to conduct market research and identify potential sources for future solicitations.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for firms with marine industry experience in performing organizational and intermediate maintenance on vessels similar to or larger than 78-foot patrol boats. The applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code is 532490 – Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing.
The Navy encourages responses from qualified small businesses, including veteran-owned, service-disabled veteran-owned, HUBZone, small disadvantaged, and women-owned small business concerns. Teaming arrangements are also encouraged, provided all requirements are addressed and specific roles are clearly defined with supporting documentation.
How to respond
To access the full details and prepare your response, click “View original source” to open the opportunity on the portal. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account to view all documents, though this is not always required. Your response should be a detailed white paper capability statement demonstrating your firm's qualifications, experience, and ability to meet the requirements outlined in the Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Tips for a competitive response
When preparing your white paper, clearly document your firm's minimum qualifications and experience in the technical areas specified by the Navy. Provide evidentiary support for recent and relevant experience as a prime contractor on similar efforts.
If you are a small business considering a teaming arrangement, explicitly identify which specific efforts or tasks your firm will perform and which tasks your partner will handle. Include a letter of general intent from your named partner and ensure 100% of the PWS requirements are addressed in your submittal. Also, state your compliance with FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting if the contract is set aside for small businesses.
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