Dry Cargo Voyage Charter

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Dry Cargo Voyage Charter (DRYVOY - SPOT) for February 2026. It solicits offers to perform a Charter Party in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined within the document.

The solicitation details the terms and conditions for chartering a vessel. It includes various parts covering:

• DRYVOY Boxes (Part I)
• FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions (Part II)
• Dry Cargo Voyage Terms and Conditions (Part III)
• Voyage Charter Common Terms and Conditions (Part IV)
• Dry Cargo Voyage Additional Contract Requirements (Part V)
• FAR and DFARS Clauses Incorporated by Reference (Part VI)
• Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference (Part VII)
• Attachments (Part IX), including Standard Statement of Facts, Laytime Statement, US Department of Labor Wage Determination, and Shipyard Data Information Template.

The contract, when awarded, will consist of the completed Standard Form (SF) 1449, the Preamble, and Parts I through IX. Specific contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not detailed in this initial summary.

Part X (FAR 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors) outlines the submission requirements, including signed and dated offers, offeror information (UEI, EFT indicator), information for evaluation factors, responses to provisions, and a statement of agreement with terms and conditions. Proposals must be submitted by the specified deadline. Part XI (FAR 52.212-2 Evaluation) details the evaluation criteria, which will prioritize technically acceptable proposals with the lowest price, considering VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Technical capability and price are key evaluation factors.

While not explicitly stated as a set-aside in the initial pages, the document references various FAR and DFARS clauses related to small business concerns, which may indicate potential set-aside considerations. The evaluation criteria also mention VISA priority, suggesting a preference for certain types of vessels or operators.

• The document includes a "List of Effective Changes" detailing numerous revisions and replacements of various parts.
• It references specific FAR and DFARS clauses that are incorporated by reference.
• Offerors are advised to review all parts and attachments carefully for complete details.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, issued by the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, requests proposals for a firm-fixed-price contract to procure vessel services. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR Part 12 simplified procedures.

• Vessel Type: One U.S. Flag, Jones Act compliant, tug & barge or self-sustaining vessel.

• Capacity: Minimum of 50 TEUs.

• Dimensions: LOA not to exceed 700 ft (213.4m), Draft not to exceed 31.5 ft (9.6m).

• Cargo: 20-foot ISO shipping containers with an average weight of 19,500 lbs and a maximum of 36,500 lbs. Hazardous materials (Hazard Classes/Divisions 1.1 through 1.4S, 2.2S) are included.

• Load Port: Naval Magazine Indian Island, WA, with an Available Load Date (ALD) of 07 April 2026.

• Discharge Port: Valdez, AK, with an Earliest Arrival Date (EAD) of 15 April 2026 and Latest Arrival Date (LAD) of 17 April 2026.

• Laytime: 2 Days, SSHEX Total for the entire mission.

• Terms: F.I.O.S.S. (Free In, Out, Stowed, and Secured) for load and discharge.

• Segregation: Contractor must ensure segregation of all loaded munitions containers in accordance with applicable regulations.

• Self-Sustaining: If a vessel is offered, it must have a certified 20-foot spreader bar for each crane.

• Forklift: If a barge is offered, it must include a container handling forklift compliant with ANSI B56.1-1969.

• Lashing Gear: Barge must be fully outfitted with sufficient lashing gear for safe stowage.

• Bunkering: Vessels shall be fully bunkered for the intended voyage.

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but implied by the load and discharge dates.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission Deadline: Friday, 20 February 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Submission Requirements: A valid submission requires at least a ship name, a price, and a signature.

• Evaluation: The solicitation incorporates FAR 52.212-1 and FAR 52.212-4, tailored as indicated. Part XI addresses evaluation for commercial items.

• Key Deadlines: ALD 07 April 2026, EAD 15 April 2026, LAD 17 April 2026.

• Set-Aside: Total Small-Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 483111.

• Vessel Requirement: U.S. Flag, Jones Act compliant.

• Proforma documents are available upon request.

• Increased email security may cause delays in email receipt.

• The Red Sea, Bab al-Mandeb Straits, and Gulf of Aden are designated imminent danger pay locations.

• Expired offers will be excluded from competition.

• The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses, including those related to business ethics, service contract reporting, prohibition on certain telecommunications and video surveillance services, and small business concerns.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination (WD) under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It specifies the minimum wage rates and fringe benefits required for various occupations employed on U.S. Navy contracts for deep sea vessel services. The determination applies to all coastal U.S. ports and surrounding Outer Continental Shelf lands in specified states.

This document is crucial for potential bidders on contracts involving U.S. Navy deep sea vessel services. It outlines the legally mandated minimum wages and benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must factor these costs into their proposals to ensure compliance and accurate cost estimation. The document also details:

• Occupational Wage Rates: Specific rates for positions such as Master, Chief Engineer, Chief Mate, Able Seaman, and others.
• Fringe Benefits: Required health and welfare benefits, including specific rates for regular hours and hours covered by Executive Order 13706. It also outlines vacation and holiday pay requirements.
• Uniform Allowance: Guidelines for contractors regarding the cost of furnishing and maintaining uniforms.
• Conformance Process: Procedures for classifying and determining wages for occupations not explicitly listed in the wage determination.
• Executive Orders: Applicability of EO 13706 (Paid Sick Leave) and EO 13658 (Minimum Wage) to covered contracts.