TANKER VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a firm-fixed-price contract for vessel(s) capable of meeting transportation requirements for clean product. The procurement is conducted under FAR Part 12 Simplified Procedures.

• One, clean, approved, U.S. or foreign flag, double-hull tanker with an Inert Gas System (IGS) and Segregated Ballast Tanks (SBT).

• Capable of carrying a minimum of 15,000 bbls of clean product (JPTS).

• Vessel must meet specific dimensions (LOA 100-180m, Beam 32.5m, Draft 9.8m).

• Vessel must be a party to the Ship Inspection Report (SIRE) System and provide a Q-88.

• Specific requirements regarding vessel age, P&I Club pollution liability, class conditions, dry-docking, and inspections.

• Detailed requirements for mooring lines, winches, lifting cranes, bow thrusters, and cargo handling equipment.

• Vessel must be compatible with JPTS cargo and meet specific testing and certification requirements.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but laydays commence May 2, 2026, and cancel May 9, 2026.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Proposal submission deadline: Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 1100 Eastern Time.

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

• Proposals will be reviewed for compliance with submission requirements.

• Failure to provide required submission elements may result in a proposal being ineligible for award.

• This acquisition is Unrestricted.

• Proforma documents are available upon request or via the MSC web site.

• Offerors are reminded that expired offers will be excluded from competition.

• Specific email addresses are provided for solicitation information.

• The "WAR" section of the Proforma notifies contractors about designated imminent danger pay locations (Red Sea, Bab Al-Mandeb Straits, Gulf of Aden).

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a Tanker Voyage Charter (TANKVOY – SPOT) for February 2026, issued by the Military Sealift Command (MSC). It solicits offers to perform a Charter Party in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined.

The solicitation details the terms and conditions for chartering a tanker vessel. Key areas covered include:

• Vessel specifications and requirements (Part I, TANKVOY Boxes)

• Contract terms and conditions (FAR 52.212-4)

• Tanker voyage terms and conditions

• Voyage charter common terms and conditions

• Additional contract requirements

• FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference

• Attachments

• Instructions to Offerors (FAR 52.212-1)

• Evaluation criteria (FAR 52.212-2)

• The awarded Charter will consist of SF 1449, the Preamble, and Parts I through IX.

• The contract type, period of performance, and estimated value are not explicitly stated in this document.

• Offers must be submitted signed and dated to the point of contact specified in Block 7 of the SF 1449 by the exact time specified in the solicitation.

• Offers may be submitted on SF 1449, letterhead stationery, or as otherwise specified.

• Key submission requirements include solicitation number, offeror's name/address/phone, UEI, and information necessary for evaluation.

• Evaluation will be based on the lowest price technically acceptable proposal, with consideration for technical capability and price.

• Specific evaluation factors include technical capability of the proposed vessel and price.

• A subcontracting plan is required for large business offerors.

• Key deadlines are not explicitly stated in this document, but offerors must submit by the specified time.

• No specific set-aside or eligibility requirements are detailed in this document.

• The document includes extensive details on various aspects of the charter, including freight, demurrage, cargo, ports, laytime, insurance, security, and more.

• Several parts and clauses are tailored or incorporated by reference, requiring careful review by potential offerors.