Seabased Petroleum Distribution System (SPDS) Support Vessel (SSV)
Overview
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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's Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) to identify qualified firms capable of providing one Jones Act qualified U.S. Flag Vessel of Opportunity (VOO). This vessel will support the installation and deployment of the Seabased Petroleum Distribution System (SPDS) in coastal waters. Responses are due by April 6, 2026, at 1300 Eastern Time.
Scope of Work
The required vessel must be capable of transporting and deploying the SPDS, storing, installing, operating, and maintaining Government Furnished Equipment (GFE), and conducting personnel transport. Operations will primarily be hubbed in Saipan/Guam within the INDOPAC region, with worldwide operational capability, including extended periods remotely or at anchor.
Minimum vessel characteristics include:
- Flag: United States; Jones Act Compliant.
- Speed: Minimum 10 kts transit, 5 kts for SPDS deployment.
- Sea Keeping: SS 5 for transit, SS 3 for SPDS deployment.
- Station Keeping: DP-2 or equivalent.
- Fueling: Minimum 184,000 gallons JP-8 storage and 300 GPM transfer capability to SPDS barge.
- Deck Space: Minimum 5,400 sqft up to 14,200 sqft.
- Crane: Minimum SWL of 18,000 lbs for SPDS Beach Kit equipment.
- Communications: Ability to support secured U.S. DoD communications.
- Accommodation: For up to 15 Mission Support Personnel (MILDET). The vessel must also support specific SPDS subsystems with varying electrical, hydraulic, and space requirements based on reach capability (3,000 to 12,000 ft). The government will provide the SPDS barge and related subsystems.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Period of Performance: A 12-month base period (June 30, 2027 – June 29, 2028) with three additional 12-month option periods, extending through June 28, 2031.
- Laydays: April 1, 2027, to June 30, 2027.
- Delivery Port: San Diego, CA.
- Set-Aside: None specified (Jones Act and U.S. Flag compliance are mandatory requirements).
- Response Due: April 6, 2026, 1300 Eastern Time.
- Published: March 23, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties should submit detailed information including vessel description (COI, photos, specs), company information (POC, address, email), facility clearance status, business size, company history, estimated costs, estimated modification/delivery time, and any limitations. Responses will be used for market research purposes to gauge industry capabilities and do not constitute an offer or commitment for contract award.
Contact Information
Responses and inquiries should be directed via email to Brittany Miller (brittany.d.miller22.civ@us.navy.mil) and F. Carley Orvin (franklin.c.orvin.civ@us.navy.mil).