Ocean Vessel Charter (Dry Cargo, Hazardous Materials)

A commercial dry cargo vessel is chartered to transport 95 TEUs of containerized military cargo, including hazardous materials, from Indian Island, Washington, to Yokosuka, Japan, with the vessel required to be fully available by 30 August 2026. The charter includes a 4-day laytime for loading and unloading operations under SSHEX terms, ensuring timely handling while accommodating potential delays due to weather or port conditions. The cargo consists of sensitive military matériel requiring specialized handling and compliance with international hazardous materials transportation regulations, necessitating appropriate certifications, equipment, and crew training from the vessel operator. The contract is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of cargo, sponsored by the Department of Defense through its Schq Norfolk office, with bids due by 15:00 Eastern Time on 26 June 2026. Full compliance with defense logistics standards, security protocols, and hazardous material documentation is mandatory throughout transit.