Dry Cargo Voyage Charter

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a "Docking Plan" for a 63'-6" x 16'-0" x 4'-0" aluminum cruiser. It provides detailed diagrams and specifications for the vessel's layout and components.

• Profile View: Shows the side elevation of the boat, including hull lines, deck structures, cabin, and various equipment placements.
• Plan View (Deck): Illustrates the layout from above, detailing the arrangement of the deck, cabin, and equipment.
• Plan View (Hull Bottom): Depicts the underside of the hull, showing the keel, propeller shafts, propellers, rudder, and other underwater components.
• Dimensions: Key dimensions such as length, beam, and heights above the waterline are indicated.
• Component Placement: Shows the location of tanks (fuel oil, fresh water), pumps (bilge, evaporator), shafts, propellers, dephometer, and other systems.
• Manufacturer Information: Includes "Burger Boat Co. Inc., Manitowoc, Wis." as the manufacturer.

This diagram is crucial for understanding the physical specifications and layout of the vessel. Bidders may need to refer to these plans to assess requirements related to vessel construction, modification, maintenance, or repair, ensuring their proposals align with the vessel's design and dimensions.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research conducted by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Office. The government is seeking information on the price and availability of U.S. and foreign flag, self-sustaining vessels capable of loading, transporting, and discharging one U.S. Navy Ceremonial Barge. This notice is for information only and does not constitute an offer or commit the government to any costs.

• Cargo: One U.S. Navy Ceremonial Barge (LOA: 63.5 FT, Beam: 16.5 FT, Height: 24.5 FT, Weight: 75,400 LBS).

• Vessel Capability: Self-sustaining vessels capable of Float-on/Float-off (FLO/FLO), Lift-on/Lift-off (LO/LO), or Tug and Barge options.

• Load Port: Baltimore, Maryland. Available Load Date (ALD) is prompt; respondents should provide their earliest availability. Latest Available Load Date (LAD) is TBD.

• Discharge Ports: San Diego, California OR Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Respondents must provide pricing for both, but only one will be selected.

• Laydays: Indicate a 10-day layday window between ALD and LAD. Cargo is last-on, first-off.

• Terms: MSC DRYVOY 2026 FLO-FLO terms.

• Contractor Responsibilities: Provide cradle, cribbing, blocking, and seafastening; engage an Independent Marine Surveyor (IMS); provide cargo gas-free certification; provide temporary toilet facilities for FLO/FLO operations; plan, tow, load, transit, and discharge in accordance with the U.S. Navy Towing Manual.

• Interested parties are requested to provide detailed information on their vessel, rate information (including lump sum price for all services), and company information.

• Specific information requested includes vessel description, stowage area, prospective FLO/FLO locations, vessel range, estimated load/discharge times, voyage duration, number of super cargo vessels supported, lump sum price, demurrage rate, company name, contact information, small business standing, and unique entity identifier.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this service is 483111, with a small business size standard of 1,050 employees. Respondents should indicate if they are a small business concern.

• Responses are requested via email by 1100 hours Eastern Time on June 3, 2026.

• Point of Contact: Matthew Price, email: MATTHEW.R.PRICE40.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL, Tel: (564) 230-3782.