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Operation & Maintenance of Five (5) Government-Owned Maritime Prepositioning Ships (MPS)

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PM3-5-N105A-26-06Federal

Submission Closed07/01/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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Dry Cargo Voyage Charter

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-013

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N321-27-013 to conduct market research for a Dry Cargo Voyage Charter. The requirement involves the transport of three U.S. Navy Landing Craft Air Cushions (LCACs) from Panama City, Florida, to Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The available load date is scheduled for February 16, 2027, with a latest available load date of February 26, 2027. This effort is categorized under NAICS code 483111, with a small business size limitation of 1,050 employees. The contractor will be responsible for providing all cradle, cribbing, blocking, and seafastening for ocean transport, as well as temporary toilet facilities during any FLO/FLO operations. All activities, including planning, towing, loading, transit, and discharge, must adhere to the U.S. Navy Towing Manual and MSC DRYVOY 2026 FLO-FLO terms. Key deliverables include the appointment of a mutually agreed-upon Independent Marine Surveyor and the provision of cargo gas free certification by a Marine Gas Chemist prior to discharge. Interested parties must submit a response via email to Jordan Morrison by 10:00 AM Eastern Time on November 5, 2026. Submissions should include a lump-sum price for loading, stowing, securing, and discharging the LCACs, a demurrage rate, detailed vessel descriptions, and company identification including the Unique Entity Identifier and business size status. As this is a request for information for market research purposes, responses are not considered formal offers.

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DRY CARGO VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-012

Solicitation N32205-SS-N321-27-012 is a Sources Sought Notice issued by the Military Sealift Command Norfolk for a dry cargo voyage charter. The primary objective is to secure a fixed-price lump sum contract for the transport of one U.S. Navy Landing Craft Utility (LCU 1710) from Mobile, Alabama, to Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek in Virginia Beach, Virginia. This market research effort seeks information from potential vendors regarding vessel capabilities, including LO/LO, FLO/FLO, or barge options, as well as pricing for loading, stowing, securing, and discharging. The contractor is responsible for providing all necessary cradle, cribbing, blocking, and seafastening, as well as appointing a mutually agreed upon Independent Marine Surveyor. Operational requirements include adherence to the US Navy Towing Manual, providing cargo gas free certification by a Marine Gas Chemist prior to discharge, and supplying temporary toilet facilities during FLO/FLO operations. For FLO/FLO options, the lump sum cost must include towing from Mobile to the loading site and from the offload site to Little Creek. This opportunity is open to both small and large businesses under NAICS code 483111, with a small business size limitation of 1,050 employees. Interested parties must submit their responses, including vessel descriptions, demurrage rates, and company UEI information, to Brandon Page by November 5, 2026. This notice is for information gathering purposes only and does not constitute a formal offer or solicitation for award.

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Hazardous Materials Packaging and ShippingThis subcontract for Hazardous Materials Packaging and Shipping involves the labeling, packaging, and transportation of hazardous supply items for prime contractors supporting DLA supply contracts. The scope of work requires strict adherence to 29 CFR 1910.1200 for unit container labeling and compliance with NAVSUP PUB 505 and AFMAN 24-204 standards for military air shipment preparation. The contractor must utilize certified HazMat materials to ensure all shipments are compliantly processed and delivered to the designated government destination. Managed by the Department of the Navy for the Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia, the performance of this contract will take place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline set for November 12, 2026.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation ServicesThis subcontract for U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services involves providing ocean transport for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The scope of work requires the movement of hardware, specifically an impeller, from the port of loading to the final discharge port using U.S.-flagged ocean cargo vessels in accordance with clause 252.247-7023. The service provider is responsible for delivering rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading and comprehensive shipment data, including gross weight and vessel flag. Managed by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Maritime Supply Chain, the performance of this contract is centered in Tracy, California. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline set for November 9, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

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MIL-STD-129 and DLA Packaging ComplianceThis subcontract, titled MIL-STD-129 and DLA Packaging Compliance, involves providing specialized military packaging, marking, and palletization services for prime contractors fulfilling DLA Troop Support contracts. The scope of work requires strict adherence to MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, as well as compliance with RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement. The service provider must utilize military-grade packaging materials and labeling equipment to ensure all shipments are ready for DLA acceptance. Managed by the Department of Defense through the Warner Robins agency, the work is to be performed at Robins Air Force Base. The opportunity was posted on October 28, 2026, with a response deadline of November 9, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 483111, focusing on the delivery of properly processed shipments that meet rigorous military standards.

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight CarrierThis subcontract involves providing ocean transportation services for the Defense Logistics Agency to support prime contractors. The selected carrier will be responsible for transporting welding rods from the port of loading to the final discharge port, specifically serving Fort Riley. To be eligible, the carrier must utilize registered U.S.-flagged ocean-going vessels and maintain strict compliance with MARAD reporting requirements. Key operational duties include providing rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading and reporting critical shipment data, including gross weight, cubic feet, and total ocean freight costs. This opportunity falls under NAICS code 483111 and requires the successful delivery of commodities to the designated final discharge port.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Bulk LPG Maritime TransportThis subcontract for Bulk LPG Maritime Transport involves the ocean freight transport of 4,000 MT of LPG Mixture to support Pakistan State Oil import projects. The selected provider is responsible for supplying pressurized LPG gas carrier vessels and managing all shipping logistics to the port of Karachi in accordance with CFR Incoterms. To ensure operational safety and compliance, the contractor must possess all necessary maritime safety certifications and permits for transporting hazardous materials. The primary objective of the agreement is the secure delivery of the LPG cargo to Karachi, with a response deadline for the solicitation set for November 16, 2026.

Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight TransportationThis subcontract, managed by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Active Devices Division, involves the ocean transportation of Circuit Card Assemblies for prime contractors supporting DoD and MARAD projects. The selected provider will be responsible for freight services from the port of loading to the port of final discharge, utilizing U.S.-flagged ocean vessels to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Key operational duties include the generation of rated on-board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading and the final delivery of hardware to the designated discharge port. The performance of these services is centered in Tracy, California, under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must respond by November 9, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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Ocean Freight Transportation for Noise GeneratorsThis subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Maritime Supply Chain, requires the ocean transportation of five noise generators for prime contractors. The selected provider must utilize U.S.-flag vessels to haul the equipment from the point of origin to the final discharge port, ensuring all deliveries are accompanied by the necessary shipping documentation. The contractor is responsible for providing rated on-board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading and reporting both gross weight and cubic volume. Additionally, the provider must maintain full compliance with MARAD reporting requirements. Performance for this contract is centered in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

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Defense Freight Forwarder / Ocean CarrierThis subcontract, issued by the DLA Weapons Support Active Devices Division of the Department of Defense, requires a defense freight forwarder or ocean carrier to manage the transportation and delivery of electrical headsets for prime contractors. The selected provider must utilize U.S.-flag vessels in strict accordance with DoD regulations to move commodities from the point of origin to the designated final discharge port. Key operational requirements include the provision of comprehensive shipping manifests and detailed data, such as gross weight and port of loading, to facilitate invoicing through the Wide Area Workflow system. Performance for this contract is centered in New Cumberland, with a response deadline set for November 9, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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ESD 26R0018 SOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R1018

The Military Sealift Command requires the operation and maintenance of two Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels, the USNS Montford Point and USNS John Glenn. The selected contractor is responsible for ensuring these vessels remain mission ready at all times, operating them in a professional manner and maintaining them in good operable condition. Compliance with all relevant laws and regulations is mandatory, including maintaining valid United States Coast Guard Certificates of Inspection and American Bureau of Shipping Classifications. Due to the nature of the missions, the contractor must possess a Secret facilities clearance and employ personnel with Secret security clearances. This is a small business set-aside procurement under NAICS 483111, expected to be awarded as a single fixed-price contract with pass-through elements. The contract structure includes a base year from May 2, 2027, to May 1, 2028, with four subsequent one-year options. Award will be determined via a tradeoff source selection process where technical acceptability and past performance are combined and weighted as significantly more important than price. Performance is monitored through onboard condition inspections and key metrics related to cost, schedule, and maintenance, which inform CPARS ratings and a potential award fee of up to 250,000 dollars per evaluation period.

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Operation and Maintenance of T-ATS Navajo Class Vessels

Solicitation # N3220526R6006

Solicitation N3220526R6006 is a full and open competition for a firm-fixed price contract to provide operation and maintenance services for eight Navajo Class (T-ATS) towing, salvage, and rescue vessels. Managed by the Military Sealift Command, the contract follows a government-owned, contractor-operated model. The scope of work includes providing ship officers and crews, operational and technical support both ashore and afloat, and all necessary equipment, tools, and supplies to ensure vessels remain mission-ready at all times. The period of performance consists of a 12-month base period, anticipated to begin around April 1, 2027, with four subsequent one-year option periods. The government will award the contract based on best value using a trade-off evaluation process, prioritizing technical capability, past performance, and price in descending order of importance. Critical eligibility requirements include an active Top Secret facility clearance and an ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System certification. The contractor is responsible for comprehensive vessel upkeep, including 24/7 scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and must comply with strict cybersecurity and security standards. Financial management is handled through Wide Area Workflow invoicing, with specific per diem rates for various operating statuses and fixed reimbursement rates for berthing and meals.

Mschq Norfolk

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The Military Sealift Command is seeking industry feedback to inform the upcoming procurement for the operation and maintenance of five Government-Owned Contractor-Operated Maritime Prepositioning Ships under solicitation PM3-5-N105A-26-06. This sources-sought notice, posted on June 25, 2026, with a response deadline of July 1, 2026, is not a request for proposals but aims to gather market intelligence to shape future contract requirements. The NAICS code is 483111, and the contracting office is located in Norfolk, Virginia. Responses must be submitted via email to Maria Baquerizo-Poole, limited to five typewritten pages in no less than 12-point font, with financial viability evidence—such as audited financial statements or a letter of credit—submitted separately and not counted toward the page limit. The contractor must operate and maintain vessels worldwide, capable of deployment within 24 hours of notification, with initial layberths on the U.S. East and West Coasts in Reduced Operational Status. Performance is anticipated to begin in June and October 2027 for two lots, covering a one-year base period with four one-year option periods. The scope requires mission-ready ships under continuous operation, incorporating corrective maintenance managed through the SAMM system, technical assistance for mission-critical assessments, and strict adherence to USCG, ABS, and MSC-specific standards including COMSCINST 4700.2 and 9330.6. Key shipboard personnel—Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, First Assistant Engineer, Electro-Technical Officer, and Storekeeper—must hold Secret security clearances and be issued Common Access Cards compliant with HSPD-12 and FIPS standards, while also generating and monitoring Secret-level traffic via SIPERNET. Contractors must comply with stringent information security requirements mandated by DOD 5220.22, including GSA-approved Class 6 safes and adherence to CUI and NISPOM guidelines. Fuel and lubricant handling must follow DoD Manual 4140.25 and MIL-STD-3004A with a minimum 400mL sample size signed off by both ship and supplier representatives. Materials handling equipment for ordnance must meet NAVSEA SW023-AH-WHM-010, and all labels, stencils, and damage control markings must remain clearly visible.

General Info

MSC seeks industry feedback for operating and maintaining five government-owned maritime prepositioning ships.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

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Documents

MSC Standardized Operations and Maintenance PWS June 2026

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PM3/5-N105A-26-06 Sources Sought for Maritime Prepositioning Ships O&M

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Rev1 MSC Standardized O and M PWS 25Jun26

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Sources Sought Notice for Operation & Maintenance of Maritime Prepositioning Ships

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Sources Sought Notice PM3/5-N105A-26-06 Operation & Maintenance of Maritime Prepositioning Ships

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AI Contract Breakdown

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Timeline

2 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedJun 17

Sources Sought

Notice updatedJun 23

The notice description changed.

Notice updatedJun 25

The notice description changed.

Response DeadlineJul 1

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/01/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

Contacts

Maria Baquerizo-Poole

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Kurt Oberg

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Full Description

See changes to the Sources Sought Notice and PWS. These changes address feedback received from industry. Changes are indicated in the attachments named Rev2_PM35-MIP-2606- Prepo OM SSN_25Jun26 and Rev1_MSC Standardized O and M PWS_25Jun26. Changes are in red.

See changes to the Sources Sought Notice. These changes address feedback received from industry. Changes are indiciated in the attachment named Rev_PM35-MIP-2606- Prepo OM SSN_23Jun26 and are in red.

Military Sealift Command (MSC) is requesting industry feedback for the operation and maintenance of five (5) Government-Owned Contractor-Operated Maritime Prepositioning Ships. See attached Sources Sought Notice for details.