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Tug Vessel Chartering and Operation Services

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Submission Closed05/29/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 488330

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Solicitation # M6700127Q1001

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Solicitation # RFI_Northeast_Ice_Breaking

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Solicitation # 80MSFC-Pegasus-2026

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Solicitation # ocds-h6vhtk-0775ea

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AI Contract Overview

The contract requires the provision of six U.S.-flagged tug vessels that comply with the Jones Act, ensuring domestic maritime operations standards are met. These vessels must be available around the clock to support Navy activities in the Metro San Diego area and nearby waters. A critical aspect of the service includes specialized operations such as assisting submarines alongside, highlighting the need for highly capable and reliable tug support. Issued by the Department of Defense through its Mschq Norfolk office, this subcontract focuses on tug vessel chartering and operational services, with the solicitation posted in late May 2026 and responses due within a week. The contract falls under NAICS code 488330, which pertains to support activities for water transportation. The primary location for performance is San Diego, aligning with the Navy’s operational needs in the region.

General Info

Provide six Jones Act-compliant U.S.-flagged tugs for 24/7 Navy support in San Diego.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

488330 - Navigational Services to Shipping

Place of Performance

San Diego, CA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SS-26-116.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Opt 1 Exercise of San Diego Harbor Tug Support

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedMay 21

subcontract

Response DeadlineMay 29

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

05/29/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

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Full Description

Provide six U.S.-flagged, Jones Act-compliant tug vessels with 24/7 availability to support Navy operations in Metro San Diego and surrounding waters, including submarine alongside operations.