23-day Dry Cargo Time Charter
Overview
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Set Aside
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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 / MSCHQ NORFOLK has issued a Pre-solicitation (Solicitation Number: N3220526R6042) for a 23-day Dry Cargo Time Charter. This requirement is for a U.S. flag vessel capable of transporting hazardous materials in ISO containers from Yokosuka, Japan to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, WA. This procurement is Unrestricted, and all responsible sources may submit a proposal. Responses are due February 05, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for one U.S. flag vessel capable of carrying a minimum of six 20-foot ISO containers. Four of these containers must be capable of holding Class 7 and Class 8 hazardous material, while satisfying cargo compatibility and segregation requirements in accordance with CFR Title 49, Part 176. The charter period will be approximately 23 days.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Pre-solicitation for a Dry Cargo Time Charter
- Solicitation Number: N3220526R6042
- Duration: Approximately 23 days (charter period)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (decision based on sources sought responses, concurred by SBA)
- Response Due: February 05, 2026
- Published: January 29, 2026
- Performance Dates: Laydays commence April 08, 2026 and cancel April 10, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Delivery in Yokosuka, Japan; Redelivery in Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, Washington (USA).
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Tiffany Gallon at tiffany.n.gallon.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-226-8986.