USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20) Mid-Term Availability   4

Background
The contract is issued for the mid-term availability and dry docking requirement of the USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20). The agency's mission involves maintaining operational readiness for naval assets, and this contract aims to ensure that the USNS COMFORT is properly serviced and available for its intended operations.

The solicitation reflects a commitment to engaging small businesses in this effort, based on market research indicating sufficient interest from multiple small business sources.

Work Details
The contractor will be responsible for preparing for and accomplishing the mid-term availability with dry docking of the USNS COMFORT (T-AH 20). This includes access to technical data and compliance with various regulations regarding the handling of government-furnished information.

The contractor must execute a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) to protect sensitive data related to the vessel. Key tasks include:
- Ensuring corporate compliance with NDA terms
- Using technical data solely for proposal preparation and contract performance
- Adhering to dissemination restrictions
- Complying with export controls
- Establishing organizational controls to prevent unauthorized access
- Identifying subcontractors who will also sign NDAs
- Returning or destroying data upon contract completion or award to another entity
- Cooperating in efforts to recover or destroy improperly released information.

Period of Performance
The anticipated period of performance is from January 15, 2026, to April 26, 2026.

Place of Performance
The place of performance for this contract shall be at the contractor’s facility located on the U.S. East and Gulf Coasts.