64-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's Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research through a Sources Sought Notice for a 64-day dry cargo time charter. This Request for Information (RFI) seeks details on U.S. and foreign flag Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) vessels capable of transporting approximately 232,000 sqft of military cargo, including tracked and wheeled vehicles and breakbulk. The information gathered will be used to develop future requirements. Responses are due June 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the transportation of military cargo, specifically M1120A4 truck tractors and breakbulk. The vessel will deliver cargo to Charleston, SC (USA) and redeliver to Tacoma, WA (USA). The charter period is approximately 64 days, with laydays between July 1-31, 2026. A special requirement includes a 20 ft door for cargo access.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Duration: Approximately 64-day charter period
- Set-Aside: Not a formal set-aside; market research is being conducted to gauge small business capabilities (NAICS 483111, 1050 employees size standard).
- Response Due: June 4, 2026, by 11:00 AM Eastern Time
- Published: June 1, 2026
Information Requested
Interested parties should provide:
- Vessel name and description (including ramp door and main deck height).
- Daily charter hire rate and any bonuses.
- Fuel consumption rates (underway and inport).
- Militarily useful deck space for RO/RO vessels with >7'5" clearance.
- Confirmation of ability to meet the specified laydays.
- Number of supercargo the vessel can accommodate.
- Business size (and details on sub-contracting opportunities for large businesses).
Additional Notes
This is solely a Request for Information for market research purposes. Responses are not considered offers, and the government will not reimburse costs incurred for preparing or submitting responses. This RFI does not commit the government to award a contract.