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Regional Class Vessel Charter

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1305M219QNMAN0365Federal

Submission Closed09/06/2019, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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360-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N3220527R6015

Solicitation N3220527R6015 is a request for a 360-day dry cargo time charter issued by Military Sealift Command Norfolk. The contract is a firm-fixed-price agreement with a total performance period consisting of 118 days underway laden, 45 days underway ballast, and 197 days in port idle. The government will evaluate proposals based on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, with a specific selection hierarchy that prioritizes domestic shipyard usage categories and VISA priority. Technical evaluation focuses on the capability of the proposed vessel, compliance with classified requirements, and the ability to meet the delivery schedule. Key operational requirements include the provision of satellite communications with a minimum committed information rate of 1024/1024 Kbps to support classified and unclassified data. The vessel must adhere to U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination 2019-0288, Rev. 27, and maintain strict cybersecurity protocols for MECK laptops. The government reserves the right to conduct suitability inspections prior to delivery and throughout the charter, focusing on cargo handling gear, hull integrity, and safety equipment. Proposals must be submitted by November 2, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and signature to be considered valid. Invoicing is processed electronically via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF).

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US EAST COAST/GULF COAST JONES ACT TANKER (EXTENDED TERM CHARTER)

Solicitation # SS-27-005

The Military Sealift Command is conducting a sources sought request for information regarding the extended term charter of one U.S. flag Jones Act compliant tanker. The vessel will primarily operate along the US East and Gulf Coasts with worldwide capability and must be capable of carrying at least 280,000 barrels of clean product, including F76, JP5, JP8, or JA1. Technical requirements include segregated ballast tanks, an inert gas system, at least three segregations with double valve isolation, and a minimum speed of advance of 13 knots while laden in moderate weather. The vessel must also be capable of performing cargo operations at anchorage and offshore petroleum facilities. The proposed charter consists of a base period from December 9, 2027, to December 8, 2028, with four optional one-year extensions ending November 6, 2032. Key equipment mandates include the installation of three CONSOL stations within six months of delivery and one port-side Fuel Delivery Station within one year of contract award. These installations must adhere to strict technical standards, including MIL-STD-1399/301 for sea state 5 motion characteristics and NTTP 4-01.4 for FDS operations. Interested parties must submit company identification, security clearance status, and estimated costs for the installation and maintenance of the required stations by November 3, 2026.

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Submarine Rescue Vessel Extended Time Charter

Solicitation # N3220526R6077

Military Sealift Command is soliciting a fixed-price time charter for one Jones Act qualified, U.S. flag Offshore Supply Vessel to support submarine rescue requirements, including submarine sea trials and other Fleet mission support in the vicinity of Hampton Roads, Virginia. The contract structure consists of a 365-day base period followed by three one-year options and one 11-month option. The vessel must be USCG certified under 46 Subchapter I, ABS classified, and compliant with the Mothership Criteria Manual for US Navy Submarine Rescue, Revision E. Key technical requirements include the ability to install the NATO Submarine Rescue System or the Submarine Rescue Diving Recompression System, maintaining 8,000 nautical miles of endurance, and providing 6,000 square feet of contiguous open deck space. The vessel must also be capable of launch and recovery operations in up to Sea State 4 and maintain survivability in up to Sea State 6. The award will be granted to the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer, with evaluations based on a pass/fail technical rating. Proposals must be submitted in three separate volumes: business, technical, and price. Security requirements include a Secret level Facility Security Clearance. The contractor is responsible for providing a crew compliant with Service Contract Act wage determinations and maintaining an ISO-9000 certified Quality Management System. Performance is subject to government inspection, and the contract includes specific guidelines for off-hire charges related to readiness issues. Invoicing and payment will be processed through Wide Area WorkFlow. Laydays are anticipated to commence on February 18, 2027, with delivery and redelivery occurring at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek, Virginia.

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90-Day Tanker Time Charter

Solicitation # N3220527R6013

Solicitation N3220527R6013, issued by Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is a firm-fixed-price request for a 90-day tanker time charter to transport JP-5, F76, and JP8 cargo. The operation is centered in the Western Pacific and Sea of Japan range, with Sasebo, Japan, as the intended port for delivery and redelivery. The charter is scheduled to commence on November 23, 2026. Award will be granted to the lowest price, technically acceptable offer, with a preference for U.S. flag vessels. Offerors are divided into two categories based on their experience and past performance record over the preceding four calendar years. The vessel must meet stringent technical and safety standards, including being clean, gas-free, and ready for QAR inspection upon arrival. Required certifications include a Class Society Safety Management Certificate and either a USCG Certificate of Inspection for U.S. flagged vessels or a Certificate of Compliance for foreign flagged vessels. The government will conduct comprehensive inspections of the hull, cargo handling gear, and pollution avoidance equipment, including a 125 psi hydrostatic test of all cargo systems. Additionally, the vessel must have a SIRE inspection dated within six months of the laydays. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area Work Flow and monthly accounting reports submitted to the Contracting Officer's Representative by the 25th of each month. Large business offerors must provide a Small Business Subcontracting Plan to remain eligible for award. Cybersecurity compliance is mandatory, specifically regarding the protection of Controlled Unclassified Information and the patching of MECK laptops. Proposals must be submitted by October 23, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and verifiable signature to be considered valid.

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80-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-004

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N321-27-004 to conduct market research for an 80-day dry cargo time charter. The requirement involves a vessel capable of transporting a minimum of 500 TEUs of containerized ammunition, specifically hazard classes 1.1 through 1.4, while adhering to all regulatory HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requirements. The vessel must be self-sustaining and provide accommodations for at least two supercargo. Performance is scheduled to commence around January 3, 2027, with both delivery and redelivery occurring in Concord, California. Interested parties must submit their responses via email to David Hamilton by 11:00 AM Eastern Time on October 23, 2026. Required information includes detailed vessel descriptions, confirmation of supercargo capacity, daily charter rates, delivery and redelivery bonuses, and fuel consumption rates in metric tons for underway and import working. Additionally, respondents must provide company identification including their Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, and business size status under NAICS code 483111, which has a small business size limitation of 1,050 employees. Large businesses are specifically requested to provide details regarding potential subcontracting opportunities.

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Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of T-ATS Vessels

Solicitation # N3220526R6006

Solicitation N3220526R6006 is a full and open competition for a firm-fixed price, Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) contract for the operation and maintenance of eight Navajo Class (T-ATS) towing, salvage, and rescue vessels. Managed by the Military Sealift Command in Norfolk, Virginia, the contract includes a 12-month base period anticipated to begin around April 1, 2027, with four subsequent one-year option periods. The contractor is responsible for providing ship officers and crews, technical support, and all necessary equipment and supplies to ensure vessels remain mission-ready worldwide. Performance must comply with USCG and ABS regulations, and the contractor must maintain a valid USCG Certificate of Inspection and ABS Classifications. The procurement has strict eligibility requirements, including a mandatory Top Secret facility clearance at the time of proposal submission. Evaluation is conducted on a best-value trade-off basis, where technical trade-off and past performance are significantly more important than price. Proposals must be submitted via the PIEE Solicitation Module by November 16, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST. Required documentation is organized into five volumes and includes detailed technical proposal datasheets, ship operating and dry docking experience, and financial evidence of at least 38 million dollars in liquid assets. Invoicing is processed through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), with performance measured via CPARS metrics focusing on vessel readiness and mission execution.

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ESD 26R0018 SOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R1018

The Military Sealift Command requires the operation and maintenance of two government-owned Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels, the USNS John Glenn and USNS Montford Point. The contractor is responsible for providing both ashore and afloat personnel to manage program engineering, ship operations, property, and budget management. Vessels must be maintained in mission-ready condition and operated in accordance with United States Coast Guard and American Bureau of Shipping rules, including the maintenance of valid Certificates of Inspection and ABS Classifications. Due to the nature of the mission, the contractor must possess a Secret facility clearance and employ personnel with Secret security clearances. This is a small business set-aside procurement awarded as a single firm-fixed-price contract with pass-through elements. The period of performance consists of one base year from May 2, 2027, to May 1, 2028, with four subsequent one-year options. Award is based on a best-value tradeoff process where technical acceptability and past performance are equal in importance and combined are significantly more important than price. Performance is monitored through key metrics including crew retention, repair timelines, and annual onboard condition inspections, with an award fee potential of up to 250,000 dollars per evaluation period. Invoicing is processed through Wide Area Workflow, with specific fixed reimbursement rates established for berthing, messing, and port charges.

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DLA RP001 Compliant Packaging and PalletizationThis subcontract involves providing specialized packaging and palletization services for pump slippers to support prime contractors fulfilling DLA supply contracts. The selected provider must ensure all crates, pallets, and cushioning strictly adhere to RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement and must hold the necessary certification in these standards to deliver shipments ready for transport. The project is managed under the Department of Defense through the DLA Weapons Support Maritime Supply Chain, with performance taking place in New Cumberland. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 23, 2026, for this opportunity categorized under NAICS code 483111.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Marking ServicesThis subcontract for MIL-SPEC Packaging and Marking Services supports prime contractors on DLA supply contracts under the Department of Defense, specifically the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain. The scope of work involves providing specialized packaging and marking for hardware to ensure secure delivery and government acceptance. All services must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 and DLA RP001 requirements for marking, utilizing military-grade materials and equipment. The project is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and will be performed in Tracy, California. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on October 12, 2026, with a response deadline of October 23, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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N3220525R6003 - SURTASS-E RFP

Solicitation # N3220525R6003

Solicitation N3220525R6003 is a request for proposals issued by MSCHQ Norfolk for the Surtass-E Reprocurement. The government seeks one US-flagged or foreign-flagged vessel, to be reflagged as US prior to delivery, to tow a passive acoustic monitoring array in support of U.S. Navy operations. The vessel must be capable of worldwide operations in all ocean basins, including the Arctic and Antarctic, and must meet ABS Ice Class D0 standards for surviving encounters with young open ice. Primary operational requirements include towing the system at speeds between 4 and 6 knots, 24 hours a day, for events lasting up to 60 days, while maintaining a directed heading within 5 degrees. The contract is structured as a fixed-price time charter with reimbursable elements, consisting of a one-year base period followed by three one-year option periods and one 11-month option period. Delivery and redelivery will occur in Norfolk, Virginia, with laydays scheduled from January 24, 2027, to April 15, 2027. The procurement is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses. Award will be determined using a Low Price, Technically Acceptable process, where offers are evaluated on an acceptable or unacceptable basis for non-price factors, and the award is granted to the lowest evaluated price proposal that meets all technical and compliance standards. Key contractor responsibilities include providing a full crew complement in compliance with Service Contract Act wage determinations, implementing comprehensive Force Protection and CBRN defense requirements, and managing Government Furnished Equipment such as ISO vans. Security requirements include a Secret facility clearance and strict adherence to cybersecurity protocols for MECK laptops and Controlled Unclassified Information. Following multiple amendments, the final response deadline for proposals is October 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time.

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ESD N3220526R0018 SOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R0018

The Military Sealift Command requires the operation and maintenance of two government-owned Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels, the USNS John Glenn and USNS Montford Point. The contractor is responsible for ensuring these vessels remain mission-ready at all times, except during scheduled maintenance, and must operate them in accordance with USCG, ABS, and SOLAS regulations. This requirement is structured as a single fixed-price contract with pass-through elements, consisting of a base year from May 2, 2027, to May 1, 2028, with four subsequent one-year options. The procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 483111, utilizing a best-value tradeoff source selection process where technical capability and past performance are significantly more important than price. Key operational requirements include maintaining a Secret level facility security clearance and employing personnel with Secret clearances. The contractor must manage crew manning across three operational statuses: Full Operating Status, Reduced Operating Status, and Repair Availability Status. Performance is monitored through Onboard Condition Inspections and specific metrics regarding cost, readiness, and manning, with an award fee plan providing up to $250,000 per evaluation period for both ships. Financial administration involves Wide Area Workflow invoicing and detailed reporting of reimbursable expenditures. The contractor is also required to provide comprehensive marine insurance, including Basic P&I and War Risk coverage, naming the United States as an assured.

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DLR Labeling and Military PackagingThis subcontract for DLR Labeling and Military Packaging, issued by the Department of the Navy's Navsup Weapon Systems Support, involves providing specialized packaging and labeling services for Depot Level Repairable items on DLA Distribution projects. The contractor is responsible for applying DLR labels to units, intermediate containers, and shipping containers using industrial bar code printers and MIL-STD packaging materials. All work must strictly comply with Section D Packaging and Markings and specific DLR labeling requirements to ensure units are fully prepared for shipment. The project is based in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 26, 2026.

Navsup Weapon Systems Support

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The Department of Commerce NOAA has issued a justification for an exception to fair opportunity under FAR 16.505(b)(2)(i)(B) to award a firm fixed price purchase order to Tow Boat U.S. / Offshore Marine Towing, Inc. This contract, identified by solicitation number 1305M219QNMAN0365, pertains to a Regional Class Vessel Charter under NAICS code 483111. The specific scope of work involves providing shipboard services on the M/V Richard L. Becker to evaluate the capabilities of the L3 Latitude FVR-55 UAS. These services are scheduled for a three-day period occurring between September 25 and September 30, 2019. The procurement is managed by the NOAA office located in Norfolk, Virginia, with Jonathan Sayoc serving as the primary contract specialist.