57-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 Department of the Navy / Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for a 57-day dry cargo time charter. This opportunity seeks U.S. and foreign flag, self-sustaining vessels capable of transporting a minimum of 150 TEUs of containerized ammunition. Responses are due by February 19, 2026.
Scope of Work
MSC requires vessels capable of carrying at least 150 TEUs of containerized ammunition, satisfying regulatory HAZMAT compatibility and segregation for hazard classes 1.1-1.4. Maximum TEU gross weight is 35,000 lbs, with an average of 25,000 lbs. The charter period is 57 days, with laydays commencing/canceling on May 05, 2026. The delivery port is Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, North Carolina (USA), and the redelivery port is Nordenham, Germany. Vessels must also accommodate a minimum of two supercargo.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide:
- Name and complete description of vessel(s).
- Proposed layday(s).
- Confirmation of ability to accommodate two supercargo.
- Daily charter hire rate and any delivery/redelivery bonuses.
- Fuel consumption rate in metric tons (underway & inport working).
- Company's name and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- Business size (large businesses should detail subcontracting opportunities).
- Any other pertinent questions or comments.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought (Market Research)
- Product/Service Code: V124 (Marine Charter For Things)
- NAICS: 483111 (Small business size standard: 1,050 employees)
- Charter Period: 57 days
- Set-Aside: None specified (small business status requested for market research)
- Response Due: February 19, 2026, 1100 hours Eastern Time
- Published: February 13, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the government to award a contract. Respondents should indicate if they are a small business concern.
Contact: Matthew Price, matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil, (564) 230-3782.