Dry Cargo Charter Voyage
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) Headquarters Norfolk, has issued a Solicitation (RFP N3220526R6044) for a Dry Cargo Charter Voyage. This unrestricted opportunity seeks a U.S. flag Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) vessel for a firm-fixed-price charter to transport general cargo. Proposals are due February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a single U.S. flag RO-RO vessel with an articulating ramp, capable of transporting approximately 30 TEUs and 19,000 SQFT of general cargo (including wheeled vehicles and breakbulk). The mission involves loading at Tacoma, Washington (USA), and discharging at White Beach, Okinawa, Japan, and Apra Harbor, Guam, with a return to White Beach, Okinawa.
Key operational requirements include:
- Cargo Handling: F.I.O.S.S. (Free In, Out, Stowed, and Stevedored) for loading, and LINER TERMS for discharge.
- Laytime: A total of 3 days, SSHEX (Sundays, Holidays, Exceptions excluded), for the entire mission.
- Vessel Specifications: Must be fully bunkered, equipped with an Automatic Identification System (AIS) transceiver, and have sufficient lashing gear.
- Documentation: Offerors must provide a vessel Certificate of Documentation and, upon award, a Certificate of Inspection. A detailed stow plan, including trim and stability values, is also required.
- Specifics: The carrier is responsible for disconnecting and reconnecting vehicle battery cables at load and discharge ports.
Contract Details
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Charter Party (FAR Part 12 acquisition).
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted.
- NAICS Code: 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation).
- Product Service Code: V124 (Marine Charter For Things).
- Applicable Regulations: The U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination under the Service Contract Act (SCA) applies, requiring adherence to specified minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for deep-sea vessel services.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offer Due Date: February 12, 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.
- Submission Requirements: Proposals must be submitted on SF 1449 or company letterhead, including the solicitation number, offeror's name, address, UEI, EFT indicator, ship name, price, and signature. No JPEG files are permitted. Large businesses must submit a Small Business Subcontracting Plan.
- Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on technical capability and price. Specific consideration will be given to VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Award will be made to the responsible offeror with the technically acceptable proposal representing the lowest price.
Additional Notes
The Red Sea, Bab Al-Mandeb Straits, and Gulf of Aden are designated imminent danger pay locations. Proforma documents are available upon request or via the MSC website. Offerors should be aware that increased email security may cause delays in receipt, and expired offers will not be considered.