Maritime Security and Force Protection Support

The contract seeks qualified providers to deliver comprehensive maritime security planning, threat assessment, and force protection services for a chartered vessel operating in high-risk zones of the Western Pacific and the Sea of Japan. Services must be tailored to mitigate evolving security risks, ensure vessel and crew safety, and comply with international maritime standards in volatile regions. The contractor will be responsible for developing tailored security protocols, conducting real-time threat analysis, and implementing protective measures that integrate with operational requirements during transit and while in port. This subcontract is issued under the U.S. Department of Defense by the organization MSCHQ Norfolk, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 561612, indicating classification within security services. The solicitation was posted on June 25, 2026, and responses must be submitted by 5:00 PM EDT on July 9, 2026. Performance will occur across designated maritime areas in the Western Pacific and Sea of Japan, with no specific city or state designated for performance location. The opportunity is open to eligible subcontractors without a specified set-aside status, and interested parties must engage through the official SAM.gov portal linked in the posting.