180-day Dry Cargo Time Charter w/ One 180-day Option
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically MSCHQ NORFOLK, has issued a Sources Sought Notice for a 180-day Dry Cargo Time Charter with a potential 180-day option. This market research aims to identify U.S. and foreign flag, Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) and Lift-On/Lift-Off (LOLO) vessels capable of transporting approximately twelve (12) MV22 aircraft, rolling stock, and general cargo to Naha, Okinawa, Japan. Responses are due by March 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
This notice seeks information for a dry cargo time charter to transport cargo to Naha, Okinawa, Japan. Key requirements include:
- Vessel Type: RO/RO and LOLO vessels.
- Cargo Capacity: Capable of transporting up to 40,000 square feet of cargo, including MV22 aircraft and rolling stock.
- Ramp Requirement: Vessels must have a ramp deployable to piers, land, or floating barges.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (not a solicitation).
- Charter Period: Approximately 180 days, with one 180-day option period.
- Laydays: Commencing between June 15, 2026, and ending June 17, 2026.
- Response Due: March 4, 2026, by 1100 hours Eastern Time.
- Published: February 25, 2026.
Information Requested
Interested parties are asked to provide:
- Detailed vessel characteristics.
- Capacity for supercargo.
- Internet configuration.
- Daily charter rates.
- Fuel consumption.
- Company information, including small business status.
Small Business
The NAICS code for this requirement is 483111 (Marine Charter For Things), with a small business size standard of 1,050 employees. Bidders should indicate their small business status in their response.
Point of Contact
For inquiries and response submission, contact Matthew Price at matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil or (564) 230-3782.