Operation, Maintenance, and Repair of Motor Vessel Independence (M/V Independence Support)

The Naval Facilities Systems and Expeditionary Warfare Center (NAVFAC EXWC) is seeking a contractor for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Motor Vessel Independence. This vessel serves as the primary asset for research, development, testing, and evaluation (RDT&E) missions involving undersea surveillance, load handling, acoustic array systems, and cable survivability. Additionally, the vessel supports oceanographic surveys, naval exercises, and Remotely Operated Vehicle operations for various government agencies. The primary place of performance is Port Hueneme CBC Base, California, where the vessel is typically berthed.

This procurement is classified under NAICS 488390 (Other Support Activities for Water Transportation) and PSC J019 (MAINT/REPAIR/REBUILD OF EQUIPMENT- SHIPS, SMALL CRAFT, PONTOONS, AND FLOATING DOCKS). This solicitation is designated as a Small Business Administration (SBA) set-aside. Interested parties must submit responses by July 14, 2026. Jadon Honour serves as the point of contact for this requirement.

The solicitation is managed through the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) Solicitation Module. Available documentation includes four attachments: the PIEE Solicitation Module link, web-based training materials for the module, registration instructions, and the Department of War Procurement Toolbox. All formal electronic responses are to be handled via the PIEE platform under solicitation number N3943026R4001-1.