Jones Act-Compliant Vessel Charter

A fully crewed U.S.-flag vessel compliant with the Jones Act is required under a fixed-price time charter to support U.S. Navy submarine operations in the vicinity of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The contractor must ensure continuous operational availability, providing all necessary maintenance, fuel, and logistical support to sustain mission readiness without interruption. The vessel must remain fully functional and mission-capable throughout the charter period, with all operational responsibilities, including crewing, provisioning, and compliance with maritime regulations, falling under the contractor’s scope. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, designated for small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 483111, which pertains to coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. The opportunity was posted on July 2, 2026, with a response deadline of August 4, 2026, and is being managed by the Department of Defense under the organization name Mschq Norfolk.