Marine Vessel Charter with SURTASS-E Mission Capabilities

A U.S.-flagged vessel capable of global operations, including the Arctic and Antarctic regions, is being chartered to support missions involving the SURTASS-E acoustic array. The vessel must maintain precise heading control and be equipped to conduct missions lasting up to 60 days under demanding environmental conditions, ensuring reliable performance in extreme polar waters. This subcontract is part of a Department of Defense initiative managed by Mschq Norfolk, emphasizing operational readiness and technical capability in sensitive and remote maritime areas. The solicitation was posted on June 26, 2026, with responses due by July 6, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The NAICS code 483111 classifies this as a deep sea coastal water transportation service, indicating the requirement for specialized maritime logistics. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification, and performance location details remain unspecified, allowing flexibility for global deployment. The vessel must be fully compliant with U.S. flag requirements and demonstrate proven capacity to handle extended missions with high-precision navigation and array deployment systems.