2026 MSC PROFORMAS
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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's Military Sealift Command (MSC) has released updated 2026 PROFORMAS for various marine charter opportunities, effective February 1, 2026. This "Special Notice" serves as a release for multiple Requests for Proposals (RFPs) covering Special Time Charters, Tanker Time Charters, Dry Cargo Time Charters, Tanker Voyage Charters, and Dry Cargo Voyage Charters for services in February 2026.
Scope of Work
These solicitations seek proposals for Charter Parties involving the transportation and/or prepositioning of various cargoes, including petroleum, general, and dry cargo, to support military readiness. Key requirements across the charters include:
- Vessels meeting specific age, regulatory compliance (e.g., OPA 90, USCG), safety, and pollution prevention criteria.
- Capabilities for cargo handling, tank cleaning, and specific equipment like commercial wideband SATCOM and secure spaces for DoD communication.
- Security clearances (SECRET) for corporate officers, Master, Chief Mate, and other personnel.
- Requirement for Armed Contractor Security personnel for certain voyages.
- Adherence to extensive contractual terms and conditions, including numerous FAR and DFARS clauses.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Charter Party (RFP/RFQ)
- Period of Performance: February 2026 (as specified in individual charters)
- Set-Aside: None explicitly stated for the overall notice. However, evaluation preferences exist for Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement (VISA) status, domestic shipyard usage (e.g., "Category 1" for tankers), U.S. flag vessels, and HUBZone Small Business Concerns. Large businesses are required to submit Small Business Subcontracting Plans.
- Published: January 30, 2026
- Response Due: Offers are due by the exact time specified within each individual solicitation document (SF 1449).
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit signed and dated proposals on SF 1449 or letterhead, including the solicitation number, offeror information (UEI, EFT indicator), and a statement of agreement with all terms and conditions. Proposals can be submitted via email (Adobe Acrobat .pdf), fax, or mail. Evaluation will generally follow a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) methodology, considering technical capability and price. Specific evaluation factors include:
- Technical capability (e.g., vessel specifications, operational controls, experience, past performance).
- Price, with fuel consumption calculations using DLA-Energy standard prices.
- Prioritization for VISA status, domestic shipyard usage, and U.S. flag vessels.
Additional Notes
The opportunity comprises multiple extensive documents (SPECIALTIME, TANKTIME, DRYTIME, TANKVOY, DRYVOY), each detailing specific requirements for different charter types. Offerors are advised to carefully review all parts, attachments, and incorporated FAR/DFARS clauses relevant to their specific offering.