Request for Information: Medium-Range Bulk Fuel Tanker Vessels
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 (NAVSEA HQ) is conducting market research through a Request for Information (RFI) to identify candidate non-developmental, commercial vessel designs for medium-range bulk fuel tanker vessels (CONSOL vessels) for the U.S. Navy. The goal is to assess the industrial base's capability and capacity to support the construction of up to 10 CONSOL tankers and understand the impacts of Buy American Act and 10 U.S.C. § 4864 compliance. Responses are due by June 17, 2026.
Scope of Information Sought
PAE Maritime seeks information on:
- Candidate Designs: Non-developmental vessels with a minimum cargo capacity of 230,000 barrels and a maximum draft of 44 feet. Details requested include design attributes (e.g., displacement, speed, range, dimensions, berthing), perceived risks, pricing methodology, construction history, and proposed Buy American Act compliance strategies.
- Shipyard Facilities (if applicable): Description of construction facilities, yard plans, launch/docking capabilities, certifications, planned capital investments, water depth, warehousing, largest vessel built, and shore service capabilities.
- Shipyard Workforce (if applicable): Information on contracted trades, labor ratios, IMS usage, orderbook impact, turnover rates, skill breakdown, and capacity to increase skilled production labor.
Submission Requirements
- Format: All response files must be in PDF format.
- Filename: Reference the notice ID (85a62e9a3f4f4f54b0ade7aa855fcc89) and your company name.
- Submission Method: Email submissions to the points of contact identified in the notice.
- Cover Page: Must include company name, CAGE code, UEI, address, business size, type of small business (if applicable), point(s) of contact, and primary occupation.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: June 17, 2026, at 03:59 PM EDT
- Published: May 26, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice is for information and planning purposes only and is not a request for proposals. Responses are voluntary, and the Government will not reimburse any costs incurred. The information gathered may be used to develop a future procurement strategy.