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This subcontract for Tug and Barge Charter Services supports prime contractors on Military Sealift Command affreightment and towage operations. The service involves the delivery and redelivery of barges and cargo using specialized equipment, including towing bridles, hawsers, and winches, while adhering to COGSA standards for underdeck cargo. Managed by the Department of Defense through Mschq Norfolk under NAICS code 488320, the contract requires a crew with valid registry certificates and a Master proficient in English. All operations must strictly comply with MSC OPSEC and CI protections to ensure security during transport.

General Info

DoD subcontract for tug and barge charter services supporting Military Sealift Command operations.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

488320 - Marine Cargo Handling

Place of Performance

VA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of MSC-N103A-2026.

The full solicitation package (6 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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2026 MSC PROFORMAS

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PostedFeb 13

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Provides a Tug and Barge combination for prime contractors on Military Sealift Command (MSC) affreightment and towage operations. Executes towage using specialized towing bridles, hawsers, and winches, adhering to COGSA for underdeck cargo. Requires crew with valid registry certificates and a Master proficient in English. Complies with MSC OPSEC and CI protections. Delivers the barge and cargo from delivery to redelivery range.

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