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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on July 10, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

37-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

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N32205-SS-N321-26-139Federal

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NAICS: 483111
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75-day Dry Cargo Time Charter
Solicitation # N3220526R6134
Military Sealift Command Norfolk is soliciting a firm-fixed-price contract for a 75-day dry cargo time charter, with three additional 75-day option periods, to transport containerized ammunition. The requirement is for a self-sustaining U.S. or foreign flag vessel capable of carrying at least 600 TEUs, with a maximum length of 825 feet, a laden draft not exceeding 33 feet, and a minimum laden speed of 15 knots. Delivery and redelivery will occur at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, North Carolina. The vessel must comply with all HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requirements for Hazard Class material Divisions I.1.1A5 through I.4G and adhere to strict operational security and cybersecurity protocols, including specific VPN connectivity and vulnerability management for onboard laptops. This is a total small-business set-aside procurement under NAICS code 483111. Award will be made on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis, utilizing a tiered preference system based on VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and signature. The government will evaluate technical capability, past performance, and the ability to meet the delivery schedule, with a specific preference for U.S. flag vessels. Payment will be processed via Wide Area Work Flow, and the contractor is required to provide a minimum of two supercargo and adhere to Department of Labor wage determinations for maritime roles.
Mschq Norfolk

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The U.S. Navy, through the Office of the Department of Defense in Norfolk, Virginia, is seeking industry input for a 37-day dry cargo time charter pursuant to solicitation N32205-SS-N321-26-139, posted on July 10, 2026, with responses due by July 16, 2026. The effort is classified under NAICS code 483111, which pertains to cargo transportation by water, and involves chartering a vessel to transport dry cargo from Beaumont, Texas, with the performance location specified as that city. The solicitation is not set aside for any specific small business category and is intended for market research purposes to determine industry capabilities, availability, and pricing in support of future contracting. Primary point of contact is David Hamilton, reachable by phone or email, with Christopher Tomlin serving as the secondary contact for additional inquiries. All responses must be submitted through the SAM.gov portal linked in the documentation.

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U.S. Navy seeks industry input for 37-day dry cargo charter from Beaumont, Texas, via SAM.gov by July 16, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq NorfolkView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Beaumont, TX, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N321-26-139 for 37-Day Dry Cargo Time Charter

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
Contacts2 people available
OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA
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Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
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Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA
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Please see attached Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N321-26-139.

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