Tanker 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 Department of the Navy, specifically the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Office, is conducting a market survey through a Sources Sought Notice (N32205-SS-N351-26-060) to identify suitable tankers for a Tanker Voyage Charter. This Request for Information (RFI) aims to gather data on the availability and pricing of vessels capable of transporting clean petroleum (JPTS) for the Defense Logistics Agency - Energy. Responses are due prior to 1100 hours Eastern Time on Thursday, February 26, 2026.
Scope of Requirements
MSC is seeking clean, U.S. or Foreign-flagged, double-hull tankers with a minimum cargo capacity of 10,000 BBLS of JPTS. Key vessel specifications include:
- Special Equipment: Inert gas system, segregated ballast tanks, double-valve isolation, bow thruster (or provision for two assist tugs at discharge), and a 10-ton crane with a minimum 3-meter outreach.
- Mooring: Specific requirements for double drum winches on various deck locations, with limitations on aft main deck lines at Killingholme.
- Age: Vessels must be less than 20 years old for the duration of the charter. Those exceeding 15 years during the charter must be enrolled in a Classification Society's Condition Assessment Program (rated 2 or better).
- Dimensions: Maximum LOA of 180m, maximum beam of 32.5m, maximum DWT of 40,000 MT, maximum displacement of 45,000 MT, and a maximum draft of 9.8 meters.
Voyage Details
The intended voyage involves loading 10,000 BBLS of JPTS at South Killingholme Jetty, Killingholme, UK, for discharge at Akrotiri, Cyprus. The laydays for this charter are scheduled to commence on April 25, 2026, and cancel on May 02, 2026.
Submission & Eligibility
Interested parties are requested to provide company information (name, contact, business size, UEI) and detailed vessel information (name, Q88, description, flag, speed, range, cargo capacity, stowage plan, ETA, lump-sum rate, demurrage, and any alternative indications/features). The NAICS Code for this requirement is 483111 (Water Transportation), with a small business size standard of 1,050 employees. Small businesses should indicate their status, and large businesses are encouraged to provide details on potential subcontracting opportunities. This is market research for potential set-asides. Responses must be submitted via email to JORDAN.A.MORRISON5.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.
Notes
This is a Request for Information (RFI) only and does not constitute an offer or commitment by the government. The government will not reimburse costs incurred in preparing or submitting a response. The primary point of contact is Jordan Morrison.