Sources Sought for Operation & Maintenance of WATSON Class Vessels
ID: N105B-25-0078Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Deep Sea Freight Transportation (483111)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MARINE CHARTER (V124)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6b0fdc103a524b80a04a00f417cf3bfc/view
Timeline
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    Posted Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Apr 9, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due May 9, 2025, 2:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking industry feedback for the operation and maintenance of eight Large, Medium-Speed, Roll-On/Roll-Off WATSON Class vessels. The procurement aims to identify potential contractors capable of ensuring high operational readiness and compliance with U.S. regulations while managing these vessels that support the prepositioning of government cargo worldwide. The anticipated contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) with options for additional periods, spanning from April 2027 to March 2032, with responses due by May 9, 2025. Interested parties, including small businesses, should demonstrate relevant experience, financial capability, and possess a SECRET facility clearance, and can contact Kayla Etheya at kayla.v.etheya.civ@us.navy.mil or Andrea West at andrea.v.west.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.

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Apr 9, 2025, 5:09 PM UTC
The Military Sealift Command (COMSC) issued a Sources Sought Notice (N105B-25-0078) to gather information regarding the operation and maintenance of eight Large, Medium-Speed, Roll-On/Roll-Off vessels. This request is aimed at potential contractors who can manage these vessels, which support the prepositioning of government cargo worldwide. The contract is expected to be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) with options for additional periods. Key details of the contract requirements include maintaining high operational readiness, compliance with U.S. regulations, and a capability statement demonstrating relevant experience with ocean-going ships of specified sizes. Contractors must also show evidence of financial capability, possess a SECRET facility clearance, and outline strategies for transitioning vessels to the Ready Reserve Force. The anticipated performance period spans from April 2027 to March 2032, with potential for extensions. Responses are requested by May 9, 2025, from interested parties including small businesses. The notice underlines the government’s emphasis on self-sufficiency, operational efficiency, and compliance with established standards throughout the contract duration.
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