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U.S.-Flag Vessel Transportation for Sea Shipments

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Submission Closed07/27/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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66-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-26-165

The Department of Defense, through Mschq Norfolk, is issuing a sources sought notice for a 66-day dry cargo time charter. This requirement is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is intended for performance in Texas. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Primary coordination for this solicitation is managed by Brandon Page, with secondary support provided by Christopher Tomlin.

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Solicitation # N3220526R6131

Solicitation N3220526R6131 is a firm-fixed-price request for proposals issued by the Military Sealift Command Norfolk for the charter of a U.S. Flag ocean-going tug. The primary objective is to tow the USNS CATAWBA, a vessel with a displacement of 1,387 LT, from Subic Bay, Philippines, to Honolulu, Hawaii. This acquisition is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 483111. The mission is scheduled with laydays commencing or cancelling between September 26, 2026, and November 1, 2026, with a total laytime of four days. All towing operations must strictly adhere to the U.S. Navy Tow Manual (SL740-AA-MAN-010), and a mandatory pre-tow conference must occur at least 24 hours before the start of the laydays. The contract will be awarded to the responsible offeror providing a technically acceptable proposal at the lowest price, which is calculated based on the lumpsum freight rate plus one day of demurrage. Technical evaluations focus on vessel capabilities, including specific bollard pull requirements for a minimum tow speed of 6 knots in Beaufort 5 conditions. Offerors must provide comprehensive documentation, including hull and tow machinery certifications, tow wire certifications, and the Master's towing endorsement. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing via Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) and compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding small business subcontracting, security prohibitions, and labor standards. Proposals must be submitted by September 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.

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International Freight and Logistics to Japan

Defense Logistics Agency

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30-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-26-163

The Department of Defense, specifically Mschq Norfolk, is issuing a sources sought notice for a 30-day dry cargo time charter under solicitation number N32205-SS-N321-26-163. This requirement falls under NAICS code 483111 and is intended for performance in Beaumont, Texas. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 4, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Primary coordination for this effort is managed by David Hamilton, with Christopher Tomlin serving as the secondary point of contact.

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25-DAY DRY CARGO TIME OR VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-26-164

The Department of Defense, through Mschq Norfolk, has issued a sources sought notice under solicitation number N32205-SS-N321-26-164 for a 25-day dry cargo time or voyage charter. This requirement falls under NAICS code 483111 and is slated for performance in Texas. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 3, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Primary coordination for this opportunity is handled by Jordan Morrison, with Eric Hatcher serving as the secondary point of contact.

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Marine Towing and Vessel TransportThe North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality is seeking a subcontractor for the marine towing and vessel transport of the R/V Cape Hatteras. The primary objective of this contract is to move the vessel from the shipyard to the artificial reef site AR-386, with a specific focus on safe transit, precise positioning, and comprehensive liability coverage throughout the transport process. This subcontract opportunity was posted on August 28, 2026, and requires responses by October 15, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 483111, pertaining to deep water harbor towing services.

Department of Environmental Quality

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International Logistics and Sea TransportationThis subcontract involves the international logistics and sea transportation of RFI filters from the manufacturer to a designated delivery point in Spain. Managed by the Department of Defense under the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys agency, the project requires strict adherence to U.S. government defense shipping regulations. The performance of these services is centered in Cherry Point, zip code 28533-0021. The solicitation was posted on August 27, 2026, with a response deadline of September 8, 2026. Classified under NAICS code 483111, the contract focuses on specialized maritime freight transport to ensure the secure and compliant delivery of critical defense components.

MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYS

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Transportation of Supplies by Sea

ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION

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ESD 26R0018 PRESOLICITATION

Solicitation # N3220526R0018

The Military Sealift Command requires a contractor for the operation and maintenance of Expeditionary Transfer Dock vessels to ensure they remain mission-ready and professionally operated. The selected provider must adhere to all relevant laws and maintain valid USCG Certificates of Inspection and ABS Classifications. Additionally, the contractor is required to hold a SECRET facilities clearance and employ personnel with SECRET security clearances. This opportunity is a small business set-aside under NAICS code 483111, managed by the Department of Defense in Norfolk, Virginia. The government intends to award a single fixed-price contract using a trade-off source selection process to ensure the best value. This specific notice is a presolicitation and does not constitute a formal request for quotes or a solicitation for award.

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N3220525R6003 - SURTASS-E RFP

Solicitation # N3220525R6003

Solicitation N3220525R6003 is a request for a fixed-price time charter with reimbursable elements for one US-flagged or re-flagged vessel to support U.S. Navy operations. The vessel will be utilized to tow a passive acoustic monitoring system at speeds of 4 to 6 knots for events lasting up to 60 days, requiring high heading stability within 5 degrees. The contract specifies a performance period consisting of a one-year base period, three one-year option periods, and one 11-month option period. The vessel must be capable of worldwide operations across all ocean basins, including polar regions, and must meet ABS Ice Class D0 and IMO Polar Code Category C standards. The procurement is managed by MSCHQ Norfolk and is unrestricted, though it includes price evaluation preferences for HUBZone small businesses. Technical proposals are evaluated on an acceptable or unacceptable basis, with the award granted to the offeror with the lowest evaluated price. Key requirements include strict adherence to ABS underwater noise guidelines, comprehensive force protection and CBRN defense protocols, and the maintenance of a full crew complement. The most recent amendment, 0004, extended the response deadline to September 10, 2026. Invoicing and payment must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.

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Drydocking & Undocking OperationsThis subcontract opportunity, issued by the Department of Homeland Security through the Sflc Procurement Branch 2, requires the physical docking and undocking of the USCGC GREENBRIER. The contractor must ensure all operations comply with SFLC Std Spec 8634 and official Coast Guard drawings while effectively managing all vessel interferences. The project is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 11, 2026, at 4:00 PM.

Sflc Procurement Branch 2(00085)

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Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) Time Charter Operation

Mschq Norfolk

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AI Contract Overview

The contract requires the provision of ocean transportation services using U.S.-flagged vessels to support sea shipments under the Department of Defense, specifically for the Active Devices Division. All transportation must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause 252.247-7023, which mandates the use of American-owned and operated vessels for military cargo movements. Should a U.S.-flag vessel not be available, contractors must submit a formal waiver justification that meets regulatory standards. The work is performance-based and directed toward the delivery point in Tracy, California, with a zip code of 95304-5000 as the designated place of performance. This is classified as a subcontract opportunity with a NAICS code of 483111, indicating it falls within the coastal and great lakes water transportation industry. Responses must be submitted by July 27, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 16, 2026, and all parties are expected to adhere to the contractual obligations outlined in the associated DFARS clause without exception unless an approved waiver is granted.