Auxiliary Ships Industry Day

Post-Event Update

Thank you to all who expressed interest, submitted feedback, or attended the Auxiliary Ships Industry Day. If you were not in attendance but wish to request a copy of the presentation materials from the event, please a request using the link below by the response date indicated in this notice.

https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/ZnG900sUgS

Please note: The Government retains sole discretion in granting requests for presentation materials. Submission of a request does not guarantee access to the materials. The Government reserves the right to deny any request or restrict distribution to ensure acquisition integrity, operational security, or for any other reason deemed appropriate by the Contracting Officer. Information presented in the briefing slides is subject to change.

Update: As of 22 July 2026, registration for this event has reached maximum capacity. We regret that we cannot accept additional registration requests at this time. Please contact the point of contact listed in this posting with any questions. Thank you for your interest in this opportunity.

The Department of Navy’s Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) Maritime, in coordination with the Department of Transportation Maritime Administration (MARAD), invites interested firms to attend an Auxiliary Ships Industry Day covering the following acquisition programs:

PAE Maritime’s Bulk Fuel Consolidated Cargo (CONSOL) Tanker
PAE Maritime’s Next Generation Hospital Ship (T-AH(X))
MARAD’s Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) Vessel Program
MARAD’s Vessel Acquisition Manager (VAM) 2.0

The purpose of this engagement is to provide an overview of each program's requirements and engage with Vessel Construction Managers (VCMs), shipyards, and key suppliers to obtain industry feedback that will support market research and inform ship design and acquisition strategies.

The Auxiliary Ships Industry Day will span two days, Wednesday, 5 August 2026 and Thursday, 6 August 2026. PAE Maritime and MARAD will offer...