Draft RFP - Defueled Ex-Enterprise (CVN 65) Dismantlement and Disposal   7

Background
The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue solicitation N00024-25-R-4135 for the dismantlement and disposal of Ex ENTERPRISE (CVN 65). The Navy aims to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract for accepting vessel Transfer of Custody at the dismantlement site, completely dismantling and disposing of the EX-ENTERPRISE, obtaining a certificate of release for radiological controls from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), and providing a certificate of completion to NAVSEA. A Special Incentive Fee will be available to ensure NRC compliance.

The Navy has established a process with the NRC for technical and contractual implementation of NRC regulations governing the disposal of the EX-ENTERPRISE.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for several key tasks as outlined in the Statement of Work (SOW):
1. **Contractor Preparation for Taking Custody of Ship**: This includes submitting an Operational Plan and Physical and Information Security Plan to the Navy.
2. **Transfer Custody of the Ship (CVN 65)**: Acceptance of the vessel at a mutually agreed site near contractor facility.
3. **Decommissioning Work Plan (DWP)**: Preparation and submission of a DWP to NRC for approval, detailing how dismantlement will be conducted.
4. **Completion of Dismantlement and Disposal**:
- Non-Radiologically Controlled Ship Sections/Spaces as approved in the Custody Plan.
- Radiologically Controlled Ship Sections/Spaces as approved in the DWP.
5. **Post-Dismantlement Activities**: Including documentation of material recycling and disposal, performing site release surveys, and submitting site release requests with documentation to NRC and Navy.
6. **Data Items**: Prepare and deliver data as per Contract Data Requirements List.
7. **Incentive Fee**: An optional incentive fee up to $3,000,000 for radiological regulatory compliance.

Place of Performance
The dismantling will occur at a facility within the United States.