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DRAFT SOW FOR VESSEL CUSTODIAL SERVICES (VCS)

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RFI26NSMVFederal

Submission Closed02/27/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 488390

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Tongue Point Job Corps

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Provision of a mobile barge system to support a crane and log lifter (approx. 10-ton) to allow PCA to complete the log lifter swap at Dam 11

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Virginia Department of Transportation

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Derelict Vessel Removal Service Continuing Contract (Disaster)

Solicitation # 26-067

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Emergency Management (Fire)

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Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources

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USNS NEWPORT - Cofferdam Installation Services

Solicitation # N3220527Q7024

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LPG Specialized Vessel Charter/TransportThis subcontract involves the maritime transport of 900 MT of imported LPG for prime contractors working on projects for the Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd. The selected provider must supply pressurized or refrigerated LPG carrier vessels capable of handling loading at export terminals, transit, and final discharge at the port of Karachi. To ensure safety and compliance, the contractor is required to hold international maritime safety certifications for the transport of hazardous materials. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 488390, with a response deadline set for November 3, 2026.

Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

NAICS

488390 - Other Support Activities for Water Transportation

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Vessel Custodial Services (VCS) Statement of Work January 15, 2026 Draft

16 pages · sow

High

Vessel Custodial Services (VCS) Statement of Work January 15, 2026 Draft

19 pages · sow

High

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PhaseClosed

PostedJan 15

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineFeb 27

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

02/27/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

Contacts1 person available

OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23505, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → 6933A2 DOT Maritime Administration

Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23505, USA

Contacts

Robert McDermott

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

MARAD welcomes your suggestions and/or questions about the attached draft performance work statement (PWS) for (List requirement). MARAD may consider all suggestions/questions when finalizing the PWS to improve the clarity of the requirement. Direct responses to individual suggestions/questions will not be provided. All suggestions/questions must be submitted via email to contact@example.gov and contact@example.gov, no later than 1 pm ET, February 27, 2026.