Dry Cargo Voyage 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 U.S. Transportation Command, through the Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC), is soliciting proposals for a Dry Cargo Voyage Charter. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks a U.S. Flag, Jones Act compliant tug and ABS certified, self-sustaining barge to transport containerized ammunition. Proposals are due March 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for a single voyage to transport a minimum of 60 TEUs of containerized ammunition (HAZMAT 1.1-1.4S). The vessel must be self-sustaining, equipped with a Reach Stacker (min 18m reach, 35,000 lbs lift), and comply with all regulatory HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requirements (49 CFR Part 176.170(e)).
Key vessel specifications include:
- Type: U.S. Flag, Jones Act compliant tug and ABS certified, self-sustaining barge.
- Dimensions: LOA not to exceed 687 ft; Laden draft not to exceed 31.5 ft.
- Certifications: Certificate of Documentation, Inspection, ABS Class, DOT Hazardous Materials, TSMS, VSP.
Voyage Details
- Load Port: Military Ocean Terminal Concord (MOTCO) Wharf 3, CA (Available Load Date: April 29, 2026).
- Discharge Ports: West Loch Wharves 4 & 5, Pearl Harbor, HI (Latest Arrival Date: May 11, 2026) and MOTCO Wharf 3, CA (Latest Arrival Date: May 21, 2026).
- Laytime: 3 Days, SSHEX, total for the mission.
- Period of Performance: One voyage.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 483111).
- Proposal Due: March 13, 2026, at 1100 Eastern Time.
- Published Date: March 6, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Offerors must submit proposals electronically (PDF format). Minimum submission requirements include ship name, price, and signature. Evaluation will be based on technical capability and price, with a preference for technically acceptable offers in the highest VISA priority category that have the lowest price. Bidders must complete the Shipyard Data Template and the DRYVOY 2026 Boxes form, providing detailed vessel specifications, operational history, and proposed freight rates. Compliance with the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination for deep sea vessels is mandatory for labor cost calculations.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Matthew Price at matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil.