The Navy needs a small business to maintain a 65-foot dive boat in the Puget Sound region.
Key Details
What exactly do they need?
The Navy needs a small business to maintain a 65-foot dive boat, the Bravo 65DS1101. The work includes removing fendering, sweeping the hull, repairing corrosion, applying nonskid to surfaces, replacing motor mounts, and repairing various systems. The contractor will also need to arrange for the delivery of the vessel back to the Navy after completion.
What's the contract structure and timeline?
The contract is a firm-fixed-price contract with a period of performance from March 25, 2026, to May 29, 2026. The notice doesn't say how the contract will be structured or what the delivery schedule will be.
How will they pick the winner?
The notice doesn't say how the winner will be chosen. The Navy may evaluate proposals based on factors such as the contractor's experience, the quality of the work, and the price.
When and how do you bid?
Bids are due on December 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM EST. The Navy will accept bids through the System for Award Management (SAM) website.
Routine maintenance contract — low-effort bid, modest payoff.
Who can apply
- Must be a certified small business
- Has experience with ship repair and maintenance
- Has a facility in the Puget Sound region
If you're interested, do this first
- Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov
- Write a 1-page summary of similar work you've done before
- Find a teaming partner who already has experience with ship repair and maintenance
- Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit (if one is scheduled)