What does Military Sealift Command do?

The Military Sealift Command focuses on the global movement of equipment and personnel to support naval operations. Its core mission centers on deep sea freight transportation and the management of a diverse fleet of vessels, including container ships and passenger transports. Strategic priorities include maintaining fleet readiness through comprehensive ship building and repair, navigational services, and the integration of advanced C4S operations support to ensure secure and efficient maritime logistics. Procurement patterns are heavily weighted toward maritime logistics and vessel operations, specifically deep sea and coastal freight and passenger transportation. The agency frequently procures navigational services, port and harbor operations, and specialized engineering services. Recent activity indicates a consistent need for fleet maintenance, including engine overhauls, HVAC calculations, and specialized painting programs, alongside the acquisition of electronic navigational charts and material handling equipment repair. The agency primarily targets vendors within the transportation and engineering sectors, with a heavy concentration in NAICS codes related to deep sea freight and navigational services. There is a documented preference for Small Business Administration set-asides, including 8(a) and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) designations. Procurement activity spans a mix of combined, presolicitation, and sources-sought opportunities, reflecting a diverse approach to vendor engagement. Operating as an organization within the Department of the Navy under the Department of Defense, the Military Sealift Command manages a worldwide service area. Its procurement scope encompasses everything from high-level computer facilities management and systems design to the tactical acquisition of engine components and nautical instrumentation.

How do I find contracts from Military Sealift Command?

You can find contracts from Military Sealift Command on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What does Military Sealift Command do?

The Military Sealift Command focuses on the global movement of equipment and personnel to support naval operations. Its core mission centers on deep sea freight transportation and the management of a diverse fleet of vessels, including container ships and passenger transports. Strategic priorities include maintaining fleet readiness through comprehensive ship building and repair, navigational services, and the integration of advanced C4S operations support to ensure secure and efficient maritime logistics.

What contracts does Military Sealift Command award?

Military Sealift Command awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

How do I do business with Military Sealift Command?

To do business with Military Sealift Command, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

Who are the top contractors for Military Sealift Command?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Military Sealift Command in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does Military Sealift Command use?

Military Sealift Command uses 7 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), 8a Competed, Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business Set Aside. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

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Federal Agency· N00033

Military Sealift Command

Part of Department Of Defense

The Military Sealift Command focuses on the global movement of equipment and personnel to support naval operations. Its core mission centers on deep sea freight transportation and the management of a diverse fleet of vessels, including container ships and passenger transports.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
C-Port Marine Services 4025 Delridge Way Suite 160, Seattle, WA 98106	$689.3M	1
Patriot Contract Services, LLC 1320 Willow Pass Road, Suite 485 CONCORD CA 94595 USA	$329.2M	1
Ocean Ships Inc 16211 Park Ten Place HOUSTON TX 77084 USA	$220.3M	1
C-Port Marine Services	$200.7M	1
Interocean American Shipping Corporation 302 Harper Drive Ste 200 MOORESTOWN NJ 08057 USA	$165.2M	1
Sealift, Inc.	$150.4M	5
Hornbeck Offshore Services, LLC 103 Northpark Blvd, Suite 300 COVINGTON LA 70433 USA	$114.0M	1
AUSTAL HULL 130 CHARTERING, LLC100 Dunlap Drive Mobile, Alabama 36602-1703	$88.7M	1
Shell Marine Products US, One Shell Plaza, 910 Louisiana, Houston, TX 77010	$80.4M	1
Cabras Marine Corporation SE 114 1026 CABRAS HWY PITI 96925 USA	$78.0M	1

Military Sealift Command

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Cable Laying Vessel

Operation and Maintenance of SBX-1

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE OF FIVE ROCONS

Engineering Drawing/Conversion

LONG TERM TANKER TIME CHARTER IN SUPPORT OF DLA

MSC Summary of Chartered and Contract Operated Ships

Passenger / Cargo Charter

Long Term Tanker Time Charter in Support of DOD

Dry Cargo Time Charter Diego Garcia Resuppy

LAYBERTH SERVICES FOR ONE JHSV

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