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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on March 30, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Charter Vessel Services- Sources Sought

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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
Federal
V--Vessel Atlantic Ops Physical Inspections Draft RFP
Solicitation # DOIEFBO260006
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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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DEADLINE

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NAICS: 483112
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NAICS: 483112
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2 months ago

DEADLINE

N/A
NAICS: 483112
DIBBS
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NAICS: 483112
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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Jacksonville

NAICS

483112 - Deep Sea Passenger Transportation

Place of Performance

Pensacola, FL, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

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PWS for Vessel of Opportunity Divers Training Support

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VOO Requirements for Soliciting Naval Construction Group 2 Vessel Support

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Jacksonville
Contacts2 people available
OfficeJACKSONVILLE, FL, 32212-0097, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Navsup Flt Logistics Ctr Jacksonville
Office AddressJACKSONVILLE, FL, 32212-0097, USA
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Sources Sought Notice – Market Research for Vessel Charter Services


The Government is conducting market research to identify qualified and interested sources capable of providing Vessel Charter Services in support of Government operations.


The contractor shall provide a safe, capable, and fully operational vessel platform, including all personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and other items necessary to support Government diver training exercises, as further described in the attached draft Performance Work Statement (PWS).


This notice is issued solely for market research purposes and is not a solicitation, request for proposal, or request for quotation. No contract award will be made as a result of this notice.


Interested vendors are requested to review the attached draft PWS and submit the following information:


  • Company Name

  • Point of Contact (POC)

  • CAGE Code

  • UEI

  • Business Size Status under applicable NAICS code

  • Capability statement demonstrating relevant experience providing similar vessel charter services


Submission of information is voluntary and intended only to assist the Government in acquisition planning and market research.

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