Security Services onboard SBX- 1

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting a Sources‑Sought market survey to assess vendor capability to provide continuous, armed force‑protection for the Sea‑Based X‑Band Radar platform (SBX‑1). The effort is currently set‑aside for 8(a) Business Development Program contractors and requires a security force of 15 personnel to maintain 24‑hour, 365‑day protection both at sea and in port, supporting 63‑day rotations in international, U.S., and non‑U.S. waters. Offerors must demonstrate a current SECRET‑level facility clearance, the ability to develop and maintain a Vessel Security Plan (VSP) approved by the Master (ATO) and MSC N3, and compliance with Strategic Command Directive SI 538‑2 and MSC Instruction COMSCINST 5530.3 series for training, operations, and reporting. Respondents must also outline how FAR 52.219‑14 small‑business compliance will be achieved, including any proposed teaming arrangements and subcontracting strategy, and provide a capability statement covering the minimum requirements. Pricing must be presented in the format of Table 1, showing daily rates for a base year and four optional extensions, with the FAR 52.217‑8 “Option to Extend Services” daily price equal to the Option 4 rate. Estimated daily or term costs for the 15‑person force are required. All responses, including the capability statement, compliance approach, and suggested security force size, must be submitted via email to christopher.j.jakobowski.civ@us.navy.mil and mary.l.gordon53.civ@us.navy.mil no later than 02:00 PM (Norfolk, VA time) on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The survey is informational only; it does not constitute a solicitation, and the government reserves the right to alter the set‑aside approach if insufficient 8(a) responses are received.

Notice ID

4d7fdb5ca99f422f9cc5d7d8afb321f8

Solicitation Number

PM2-N105C-26-001

NAICS Code

561612

Classification Code

R430