Open-Ocean Towing Services

A U.S.-flagged tug vessel compliant with Subchapter M regulations is required to provide open-ocean towing services for decommissioned naval vessels, originating from Bremerton, Washington, and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and transporting them to the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Hawaii. The vessel must be capable of safely handling long-distance oceanic tows under variable sea conditions and must remain on standby at the destination for up to four days following arrival to support offloading and mooring operations. The contract is issued under the Department of Defense and is classified as a subcontract with a North American Industry Classification System code of 483111, indicating it relates to water transportation of cargo. Proposals must be submitted by May 12, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with no set-aside provisions specified, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible bidders regardless of business size or status.