Cayuse Native Hawaiian Veterans Strengthens Guam Presence with New Ship Repair Contract

HONOLULU, HI – August 26, 2026 – Cayuse Native Hawaiian Veterans is proud to announce its newest prime contract award supporting critical operations in Guam, strengthening Cayuse’s long-standing presence and commitment to military readiness across the region.

For several years, Cayuse has delivered successful support in Guam, including providing operational leadership of two ships, demonstrating both expertise and continuity of service. This newly awarded contract enables the continuation of that work, reinforcing our role in supporting Military Sealift Command and regional mission needs.

Photo by Byron Linder.

As noted on war.gov, “Cayuse Native Hawaiian Veterans LLC, Pendleton, Oregon, is awarded a $249,000,000 firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract (N4044626D0002) for general ship repair of Military Sealift Command vessels. This action represents a rolling admission to a previously awarded multiple-award contract. Work will be performed in Guam and is expected to be completed by November 2027.”

“This award reflects our ongoing dedication to Guam and the vital missions conducted there. Our team’s experience, past performance, and deep familiarity with operations in the region enable us to deliver reliable, high-quality support,” said Michelle Ponce, Managing Director of Cayuse Native Hawaiian Veterans.

A key contributor to this success is our partner, MARUNDA Defense Services Limited, whose institutional knowledge and extensive past performance continue to elevate our combined capabilities.

“Our partnership with Cayuse Native Hawaiian Veterans is built on trust, shared values, and a deep understanding of Guam’s operational landscape. Together, we’re not just supporting missions—we’re strengthening the foundation for long-term success and readiness across the region,” said Michael Little, Chief Growth Officer, MARUNDA.

With this contract award, Cayuse and MARUNDA reaffirm their commitment to excellence, collaboration, and the ongoing support of military operations in Guam. We look forward to continuing our tradition of service and delivering results that advance readiness and resilience for our partners and the communities we serve.