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TUGCON; Jones Act

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N3220526R6060Federal

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NAICS: 483111

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Freight and Logistics ServicesThis subcontract for Freight and Logistics Services involves the transportation and delivery of manufactured rivets to support DLA Weapons Support supply contracts. The contractor is responsible for managing the loading and transport of goods to final discharge points, with a specific requirement to utilize U.S.-flag vessels for all ocean shipments in compliance with Department of Defense regulations. Essential deliverables include the provision of detailed shipping documentation, such as carrier names, gross weights, and specific ports of loading and discharge. Managed by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division, the performance of these services is centered in New Cumberland. The contract falls under NAICS code 483111 and requires the successful delivery of all materials to designated government sites. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 19, 2026.

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120-day Tanker Time Charter with Two 60-day Options

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N351-27-010

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N351-27-010 to conduct a market survey for a 179-day tanker time charter. The intended period of performance begins with laydays on February 10, 2027, and a cancelling date of February 20, 2027. The operation involves delivery at St. Theodore, Greece, and redelivery at Piraeus, Greece, with performance requirements including operations in the waters off Greenland. Eligible vessels must be less than 20 years old, with those over 15 years requiring a classification society condition assessment rating of 2 or better. Technical requirements include a minimum speed of 13 knots, twin-screw propulsion or a bowthruster, and a crane with at least a 10-ton lifting capacity. The vessel must be SOLAS approved for non-coastwise voyages and compliant with the IMO Polar Code for Greenland operations, including the use of clean fuels and a prohibition of intermediate fuel oil in polar regions. Cargo capabilities must include the ability to carry specific volumes of JP8, JA1, and F76 fuels within designated tanks using double-valve isolation, and the vessel must be capable of machine-washing cargo tanks while underway. Interested parties must provide company information, including small business status under NAICS 483111, detailed vessel descriptions, fuel consumption rates, and cargo stowage plans. The government is requesting information regarding daily charter rates and any applicable positioning fees. Responses are due by November 11, 2026.

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DRY CARGO TIME OR VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-015

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, is conducting market research for a dry cargo time or voyage charter to transport nine CV-22 aircraft. The mission involves transit between San Diego, California, and Iwakuni, Japan, with a performance period commencing on January 31, 2027. The required vessel must be a CV-22 NAVAIR certified Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) vessel capable of carrying at least 17,000 square feet of military cargo, including helicopters, wheeled vehicles, and breakbulk. Specific technical requirements include a 20ft door for aircraft access and a total laytime of four days SSHEX for the entire mission. Load and discharge operations are to be conducted on a Free In and Out Stowed and Shipped (F.I.O.S.S.) basis. This Request for Information (RFI) is for market research purposes and does not constitute a formal offer. Interested parties under NAICS code 483111 must provide company details, including their Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, and business size. Submissions must include comprehensive vessel descriptions, including stern ramp door and main deck height clearances, and the number of supercargo the vessel can accommodate. Depending on the charter type, respondents should provide daily hire rates and fuel consumption for time charters, or lumpsum and demurrage rates for voyage charters. Responses are due via email to Brandon Page by November 12, 2026.

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Deep Sea Cargo Vessel ProvisionThis subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense through Mschq Norfolk, involves the provision of a deep-sea cargo vessel to support prime contractors on Military Sealift Command projects. The selected provider must supply a seaworthy vessel for the duration of the charter hire that adheres to strict technical specifications, including specific ramp and deck heights, fuel consumption rates, and supercargo capacity requirements. The performance of this contract will take place in Charleston. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on November 9, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 483111, focusing on deep-sea freight transportation.

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30-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-017

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (N32205-SS-N321-27-017) to conduct market research for a 30-day dry cargo time charter. The requirement is for U.S. or foreign flag Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) vessels capable of transporting military cargo, specifically 19 Apache Longbow (AH-64), 12 Medevac helicopters, 27 UH-60 helicopters, and 12 VJ-47 cargo helicopters. The mission involves transporting this cargo from a delivery port in Souda Bay, Greece, to a redelivery port in Charleston, South Carolina. To be considered militarily useful, the vessel must have a deck height exceeding 7 feet 5 inches of clearance. This request for information is for market research purposes to determine the acquisition strategy, whether through existing government IDIQ vehicles or SAM.gov. The procurement is categorized under NAICS 483111, with a small business size limit of 1,050 employees. Interested parties must provide vessel descriptions, including ramp and deck heights, daily charter hire rates, fuel consumption rates, and supercargo capacity. Large businesses are requested to provide details on potential subcontracting opportunities. Responses are due via email to Brandon Page by November 16, 2027, at 14:00 Eastern Time.

Mschq Norfolk

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in 5 days

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Contract N3220526P5098, awarded under solicitation N3220526R6060, is a firm-fixed-price spot charter for a U.S. Flag, Jones Act compliant, ocean-going certified tug. The mission requires the towing of the USNS Spearhead from Rhoads Industries in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to the Maritime Administration Reserve Fleet in Beaumont, Texas. Performance is scheduled within a layday window from April 16, 2026, to April 20, 2026. This contract was designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 483111 and was awarded based on a Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation. The contractor is responsible for providing a fully bunkered tug equipped with necessary tow bridles, emergency lines, and communication capabilities, including satellite phone and internet. Strict adherence to the U.S. Navy Towing Manual is required, including the submission of a comprehensive towing package, a Certificate of Seaworthiness, and non-destructive testing reports for deck tow fittings. The scope of work includes ensuring the USNS Spearhead is properly prepared for transit, with all rudders and shafts locked and critical systems verified. Invoicing must be processed electronically through the Wide Area Work Flow system.

General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

Contract Value

$548,700

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

VA, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Awardee

STASINOS MARINE LLC

Award Issued Date

04/07/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

Documents

8 pages · rfp

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19 pages · inspection-checklist

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6 pages · wage-determination

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2 pages · inspection-report

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3 pages · other

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other

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other

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Timeline

PhaseAwarded

PostedMar 4

Presolicitation

Type ChangedMar 4

Presolicitation → Solicitation

AwardedApr 7

Contract was awarded

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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

Matthew Price

Christopher Tomlin

Full Description

Action Code: Pre-solicitation
Date: 04 March 2026
Year: Fiscal Year 2026
Contracting Office Zip Code: 23511
Product or Service Code: V124- Transportation, Travel, & Relocation Services
Contracting Office Address: 471 East C Street, Naval Station Norfolk, Norfolk, VA 23511
Subject: TUGCON; T-EPF EX-SPEARHEAD
Proposed Solicitation Number: N3220526R6060
Closing Response Date: Friday, 13 March 2026
Contract Point of Contact or Contract Specialist: Matthew Price, Sign up to see this detail, Sign up to see this detail
Contract Award and Solicitation Number: TBD
Contract Award Dollar Amount: TBD
Contract Line Item Number: N/A
Contract Award Date: TBA
Contractor: TBD
Description: The Military Sealift Command’s (MSC) PM4 requires one, U.S. Flag, Jones Act qualified, ocean-going certified tug capable of towing T-EPF EX-SPEARHEAD “IAW the U.S. Navy Tow Manual (SL740-AA-MAN-010)”.
Place of Contract Performance: The port of delivery is Rhoads Industries, 1750 Kittle Hawk AVE, Philadelphia, PA (USA) and the redelivery will be Maritime Administration (MARAD) Beaumont Reserve Fleet, Beaumont, TX (USA). The period of performance will be one voyage, with the layday commencing 16 April 2026 and cancelling on 20 April 2026
Set-aside Status: Total Small Business Set-aside. The decision to release this solicitation as a Total Small Business Set-aside is based on responses received from recent sources sought notice for this service. MSC’s Deputy Associate Director of Small Business Programs has concurred with this decision.