RO/RO Vessel Time Charter Operations

The contract awards a time charter for a roll-on/roll-off vessel to support the U.S. Marine Corps in transporting rolling stock, containers, and sensitive cargo across the Western Pacific region, with a primary emphasis on operations involving Naha and Okinawa. The base performance period is 180 days, with an option to extend for an additional 80 days, providing flexibility to meet operational demands. The vessel must be capable of handling military-grade equipment and classified materials under strict logistical and security protocols, ensuring timely and secure delivery in a strategic theater. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 483111, which classifies it as deep sea foreign ocean transportation, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the Mschq Norfolk office, with bids due by May 19, 2026.