How to bid on USS Delbert D. Black FY27 Docking Selected Restricted Availability for DEPT of Defense

What the Navy is buying and why it matters

The U.S. Navy's Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking a contractor to perform the FY27 Docking Selected Restricted Availability (DSRA) for the USS Delbert D. Black (DDG 119). This work involves comprehensive maintenance, repair, and modernization for an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer.

This is a significant opportunity for contractors with the specialized facilities and expertise required for complex ship repair. The contract is expected to be a single Firm-Fixed-Price award.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. The deadline for proposals is October 09, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All required submissions must be received by this time.

Interested offerors should monitor the PIEE/SAM.gov page for any amendments to the solicitation.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for highly capable contractors with substantial facilities, including a dry dock, pier, and human resources. Firms must be capable of completing, coordinating, and integrating multiple areas of ship maintenance, repair, and modernization for an Arleigh Burke-class destroyer.

The competition is open to companies on a coast-wide basis across the East and Gulf Coasts. This is an equipment category opportunity.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the solicitation, click “View original source” on the portal. If you land on the homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view documents.

Potential offerors must request access to all J Attachments by sending a written request to the Contract Specialist, Meghan Walsh, at [email protected] and the Contracting Officer, Brian Romano, at [email protected]. Include your company's SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number in your request for contractor status confirmation. These attachments will be sent via DoD SAFE.

For Attachment J-2 (Work Item Plans, Drawings and Other References), send a written request to the Southeast Regional Maintenance Center (SERMC) Technical Librarian at [email protected], copying the PCO and CS on the email to arrange access.

Tips for a competitive response

Given the complexity of this work, ensure your proposal clearly demonstrates your firm's experience with similar large-scale naval vessel maintenance and modernization projects. Highlight your dry dock, pier, and personnel capabilities.

Pay close attention to all amendments, as they often contain crucial updates and responses to bidder questions. Ensure your proposal addresses all requirements outlined in the work package and any errata. Thoroughly review the updated attachments such as the pricing worksheet and execution milestones.

Since this is a Firm-Fixed-Price contract, your pricing strategy should be robust and reflect a clear understanding of all costs involved. Detail your quality assurance processes and your ability to coordinate and integrate multiple areas of ship work effectively.