Military Sealift Command VERTREP NAVCENT Detachment A

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting a market survey (N10226R0016) to identify eligible vendors for providing worldwide vertical replenishment (VERTREP) and logistical helicopter services to US Navy and partner nation ships. This is for acquisition planning purposes, and no formal solicitation exists yet. MSC requires a two-helicopter detachment, optional unmanned aerial capability, support equipment, minimum staffing of five pilots and three maintainers, and a support structure for 365-day operations, likely based in Bahrain. The NAICS code is 481212 (Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation) with a 1,500-employee size standard. Interested offerors must submit capability statements by December 19, 2025, at 3:00 PM local time (Norfolk, VA), detailing organizational capabilities, small business standing, compliance with FAR clause 52.219-14, Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commercial Airlift Review Board (CARB) approval, helicopter type, and operating history as FAR Part 133 and 135 carriers. Responses should be emailed to Mr. Jim Ellis.

This Performance Work Statement outlines the requirements for the U.S. Forces Naval Central Command Detachment A (NAVCENT Det A) contract, which provides ship-based commercial helicopter logistical and vertical replenishment (VERTREP) services worldwide. The contractor will supply a two-helicopter detachment with an optional unmanned aerial capability, support equipment, and a minimum of five pilots and three maintainers. The contract, with a five-year performance period, details service costs, delivery timelines, and performance expectations, including missions in various operational conditions. Key sections address regulatory compliance, aircraft specifications, maintenance, and personnel requirements, emphasizing safety, readiness, and adherence to FAA, DoD, and Navy standards. Deductions apply for non-compliance, ensuring operational readiness and efficient service delivery.