360-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation N3220527R6015 is a request for a 360-day dry cargo time charter issued by Military Sealift Command Norfolk. The contract is a firm-fixed-price agreement with a total performance period consisting of 118 days underway laden, 45 days underway ballast, and 197 days in port idle. The government will evaluate proposals based on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with a specific selection hierarchy that prioritizes domestic shipyard usage categories and VISA priority. Technical evaluation focuses on the capability of the proposed vessel, compliance with classified requirements, and the ability to meet the delivery schedule. Key operational requirements include the provision of satellite communications with a minimum committed information rate of 1024/1024 Kbps to support classified and unclassified data. The vessel must adhere to U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination 2019-0288, Rev. 27, and maintain strict cybersecurity protocols for MECK laptops. The government reserves the right to conduct suitability inspections prior to delivery and throughout the charter, focusing on cargo handling gear, hull integrity, and safety equipment. Proposals must be submitted by November 2, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and signature to be considered valid. Invoicing is processed electronically via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).