USS Hershel "Woody" Williams (T-ESB 4) FY27 MTA

Background
The Military Sealift Command, Norfolk, has a requirement for the USS HERSHEL WOODY WILLIAMS (T-ESB-4) for a Mid-Term Availability (MTA). The contract aims to ensure the operational readiness of the vessel, which is critical for the agency's mission of providing strategic sealift and ocean transportation for the Department of Defense.

This sources sought notice is intended to gauge interest and capabilities among potential contractors.

Work Details
The work involves performing maintenance and repair tasks on the USS HERSHEL WOODY WILLIAMS (T-ESB-4) during its Mid-Term Availability (MTA). Specific tasks may include but are not limited to: structural repairs, system upgrades, routine maintenance checks, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.

Interested firms are required to submit a capabilities package demonstrating their ability to perform similar work, including details about their facilities and experience.

Period of Performance
The contract is expected to commence on or about May 7, 2027, and continue until July 21, 2027.

Place of Performance
The work will be performed at the contractor’s facility located in the East/Gulf Coast region.

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must provide a capabilities package that includes:
(1) Company Profile with number of employees, office locations, UEI number, CAGE Code, and small business designation;
(2) Description and location of the facility where work will be performed;
(3) Indication of whether the company is large or small business;
(4) Information on any partnerships or joint ventures.

Incumbent Analysis (see Incumbents section for more detail)
The prior award N3220525C5002 for USNS HERSHEL “WOODY” WILLIAMS (ESB 4) was awarded to East Coast Repair & Fabrication in the amount of $39,318,581 (04/15/25–09/30/26) for a lay berth and ship repair availability, including ROH/UWILD and two lay berth periods performed at the contractor’s facility on the U.S. East/Gulf/West Coast. The FY27 MTA source sought similarly calls for maintenance and repair work to support operational readiness of the same vessel during its mid-term availability window, indicating continuity in vessel-specific repair scope and execution approach.