Non-standard Maritime Vessel
ID: H9229525Q0002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEUS SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND (USSOCOM)HQ USSOCOMTAMPA, FL, 33621-5323, USA

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Boat Building (336612)

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SMALL CRAFT (1940)
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    The U.S. Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) is seeking sources for the procurement of a Non-Standard Maritime Vessel, specifically an ocean-going trawler-styled motor yacht, to be utilized during an exercise in Nome, Alaska. The vessel must be a minimum of 25 meters in length, capable of berthing ten passengers, and equipped with station keeping or bow thrusters, an enclosed bridge, and facilities for storage and classification. This procurement is critical for ensuring operational readiness and support during the exercise scheduled from August 2 to August 15, 2025, with requirements for 24-hour accessibility to the vessel and pier space in Nome. Interested parties should contact TSgt Trenton Beavers at trenton.h.beavers.mil@socom.mil or call 719-723-6141 for further details.

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