29-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER
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 Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for a 29-day dry cargo time charter. This opportunity seeks information on U.S. and foreign-flag, self-sustaining vessels capable of transporting military cargo (tracked and wheeled vehicles, breakbulk) between Pohang, Republic of Korea (ROK) and San Diego, California, USA. The information gathered will help develop future requirements. Responses are due by April 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
- Cargo: Military cargo, including tracked and wheeled vehicles and breakbulk.
- Delivery Port: Pohang, Republic of Korea (ROK).
- Redelivery Port: San Diego, California, USA.
- Charter Period: Approximately 29 days.
- Laydays: Commencing/Canceling on July 29, 2026.
Contract Details
This is a request for information (RFI) only and not a solicitation for offers. The government will not reimburse costs incurred for preparing or submitting responses, nor does this notice commit the government to a contract.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must provide specific information via email, including:
- Vessel Details: Name, complete description, daily charter hire rate, delivery/redelivery bonuses, fuel consumption rates (underway and inport), militarily useful square feet of deck space, and supercargo accommodation.
- Company Information: Name, contact details (phone, email), Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), and business size.
- Subcontracting: Large businesses should detail possible subcontracting opportunities.
Responses are requested prior to 1000 hours, Eastern Time, on April 23, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this service is 483111 (Marine Charter For Things), with a small business size standard of 1050 employees. Bidders are requested to indicate their small business concern status in their response.
Additional Notes
The primary point of contact for this Sources Sought Notice is LCDR Amy Hutchings (amy.r.hutchings.mil@us.navy.mil).