Tanker Voyage Charter

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Charter Party (the "Contract" or "Charter") to perform services related to the TANKVOY 2024 (Rev. 1 (12-24)) opportunity. The awarded Charter will consist of SF 1449, the Preamble, and Parts I through IX.

• The document outlines various terms and conditions for the Charter Party, including:

  • Inspection requirements for the vessel and cargo.
  • Assignment and changes to the contract.
  • Dispute resolution procedures.
  • Definitions of key terms.
  • Excusable delays and invoicing procedures.
  • Patent indemnity and payment terms.
  • Risk of loss and taxes.
  • Termination clauses (for convenience and for cause).
  • Warranty and title provisions.
  • Specific requirements for tanker voyage terms, common terms, additional contract requirements, and clauses related to statutes or executive orders.
  • Instructions to Offerors, including submission requirements and evaluation factors.
  • Offeror representations and certifications.

• The document details various contractual terms, including but not limited to:

  • FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions.
  • Specific requirements for tanker voyage terms and conditions.
  • Instructions for offerors and evaluation criteria.
  • Attachments such as Standard Statement of Facts, Laytime Statement, US Department of Labor Wage Determination, and Shipyard Data Information Template.

• Offers must be submitted on SF 1449, letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified, by the deadline.

• Minimum submission requirements include solicitation number, name/address/phone of offeror, technical description, warranty terms, price, discount terms, and "Remit to" address.

• Representations and certifications at FAR 52.209-7, FAR 52.209-11, and FAR 52.212-3 must be completed.

• Acknowledgment of Solicitation Amendments is required.

• Proposals may be submitted via e-mail in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest-priced, technically acceptable offer.

• Technical evaluation will consider capability based on TANKVOY Boxes 1 through 6.

• Price evaluation will be based on lump sum freight rate plus one day demurrage and other costs.

• The document references various small business programs and set-aside clauses, including those for HUBZone small businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) concerns, and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) concerns.

• This document is a revision (Rev. 1 (12-24)) to MSC TANKVOY 2024 (12-24) to incorporate Class Deviations 2025-00003 and 2025-00004.

• It references numerous FAR and DFARS clauses and provisions that are incorporated by reference.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation, RFP N3220526R6041, is for the charter of one clean, approved, U.S. or foreign flag, double-hull tanker. The vessel must be capable of carrying a minimum of 240,000 barrels of clean product (JA1) with specific safety and operational features. The acquisition is being conducted under FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures, and the government contemplates awarding a firm-fixed-price contract.

• Vessel Specifications:

  • Minimum 240,000 bbls clean product (JA1) capacity.
  • Inert Gas System (IGS) and Segregated Ballast Tanks (SBT).
  • Double valve isolation for cargo tanks.
  • Maximum LOA: 200 meters.
  • Maximum Beam: 32.30 meters.
  • Maximum DWT: 50,000 MT.
  • Maximum Displacement: 58,930 MT.
  • Freeboard below 17 meters when laden to Port of Sitra.
  • Maximum distance from vessel's rail to manifold: 4.6 meters.
  • Maximum manifold height above waterline: 14 meters.

• Documentation & Compliance:

  • Party to the Ship Inspection Report (SIRE) System.
  • Current Q-88 with date no earlier than 60 days prior to offer.
  • At least one SIRE inspection within six months prior to laydays.
  • Current Class Society issued Safety Management Certificate.
  • Current Flag State issued International Ship Security Certificate.
  • U.S. flagged vessels: Current USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI).
  • Foreign flagged vessels: Current USCG Certificate of Compliance (COC) or Flag State equivalent.
  • Stowage plan demonstrating ability to load minimum 240,000 bbls JA1.
  • Detailed itinerary from offer submission to intended arrival at load port.
  • Certificates of Quality for last three cargoes.
  • Confirmation of vessel's ability to take samples without contamination.
  • Confirmation of cargo tank compatibility with intended cargo (referencing MIL-STD-3004-1 and Energy Institute HM 50).
  • Confirmation of clean, gas-free condition of tanks prior to loading.
  • If heating coils are present, provide type, last pressure test date, and results.
  • If tanks are internally coated, provide coating type (coal tar not acceptable).

• Reporting:

  • Vessel must meet all MSC requirements for reporting (position/status reports, pre-arrival notifications).

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Laydays commencing 19 March 2026, cancelling 20 March 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Offer Due Date: Monday, 02 February 2026, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time.

• Submission Method: Submit offers as soon as possible due to potential email delays. No JPEG files.

• Evaluation Criteria: Proposals will be evaluated based on the technical capability of the vessel(s) proposed per the requirements outlined in Part I, TANKVOY Boxes 1 through 6, and Box 7.

• Acquisition Type: Unrestricted.

• NAICS Code: 483111.

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

• 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 "Proforma" document (MSC TANKVOY 2024 Rev. 1 (12-24)) is incorporated by reference and available upon request or via MSC website.

• Numerous FAR and DFARS clauses are incorporated by reference.