ANDROS ISLAND LOGISTICS SUPPORT VESSEL 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 via a Sources Sought Notice for a Logistics Support Vessel Time Charter to support operations at AUTEC, Andros Island, Bahamas, and Port Canaveral, Florida. This notice aims to gather information for an option evaluation on an existing contract and develop future requirements. Responses are due April 14, 2026.
Purpose
This Sources Sought Notice (SS-26-082) is a market research request from the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Office. Its primary purpose is to gather information to evaluate an option on an existing charter contract and to develop future requirements, pricing, and availability for a logistics support vessel. This is not a solicitation or an offer and does not commit the government to any costs.
Key Requirements
MSC is seeking information on a U.S. flag, self-sustaining, single-hull ship or tug/barge type vessel with Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) capability (via a fixed bow or stern ramp). The vessel must be capable of transporting a mix of bulk, break-bulk, vehicles (up to 60 long tons), heavy construction equipment, containerized cargo, reefer cargo, and hazardous materials (including AA&E). Key specifications include:
- Dimensions: Not to exceed 220 feet LOA and 55 feet in beam.
- Capacity: Minimum 700 tons transport capacity and 5,000 sq ft of clear, unobstructed open deck space.
- Performance: Maintain at least 8 knots speed when fully laden in moderate weather (Sea-State 4), minimum 1,400 shaft horsepower, and 1,000 nautical mile endurance.
- Operational: Ability to berth unassisted in sustained winds of 15 knots (gusts to 20 knots), dock and undock at AUTEC with assistance (controlling depth 20 ft channel, 15 ft pier), and freeboard not to exceed 8 ft 6 inches.
- Certifications: Applicable USCG and Class Society certificates required.
Anticipated Contract Details
The anticipated contract type is a Firm Fixed Price with Reimbursable Elements. The charter period is expected to include a base period from June 3, 2026, to June 2, 2027, followed by one (1) one-year option and one (1) 11-month option. The delivery and redelivery port will be Patrick Air Force Base, Port Canaveral, FL.
Submission Requirements
Interested parties should provide:
- Company information and history.
- Detailed vessel description.
- Charter rates for all anticipated periods.
- Fuel consumption rates.
- Useful deck space.
- Estimated time from contract award to service start.
- Small business standing (NAICS 483111, 1,050 employees).
- Details on subcontracting opportunities (for large businesses). Companies must confirm their ability to meet all specified requirements.
Eligibility & Contacts
This is a market research effort; no set-aside is specified, but companies should indicate their small business status. Responses are requested via email by 1400 hours ET on April 14, 2026. Primary Point of Contact: Yvonne Escoto (yvonne.escoto.civ@us.navy.mil, (564) 230-3497). Contracting Officer: Stephanie Ricker.