60-Day Tanker Time Charter
ID: N3220525R4073Type: Solicitation
AwardedMay 6, 2025
$6M$6,003,824
AwardeeTSP TANKERS HOLDINGS LLC Fort Lauderdale FL 33316 USA
Award #:N3220525P2088
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/3e2ec94b71074292b4ec23164de3d33d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking proposals for a 60-day tanker time charter to support operations in the Western Pacific and Sea of Japan. The procurement requires a clean, approved double-hull tanker capable of carrying a minimum of 240,000 barrels of clean products, including JP5, JA1, and F76, with specific design features such as an inert gas system and segregated ballast tanks. This charter is crucial for ensuring the timely and efficient transportation of fuel products in a strategic region, with laydays commencing on May 8, 2025, and a closing response date for proposals set for April 23, 2025. Interested parties can contact Jordan Morrison at jordan.a.morrison5.civ@us.navy.mil or 564-230-3633 for further details.

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    25R4073 FUEL.xlsx
    The document outlines the fuel pricing and usage metrics for fiscal year 2025, focusing on DLA (Defense Logistics Agency) standard fuel prices. It specifies the daily fuel consumption rates for various scenarios: 30 days for fuel underway while laden, and 20 days when ballast. Additionally, it indicates 5 days of fuel usage for both in-port idle loading and discharging of different grades. The price for marine gas oil (MGO) and marine diesel oil (MDO) is set at $1,067.87 per metric ton across multiple categories. There are no recorded costs associated with fuel in this report. This document is essential for understanding the fuel cost requirements for government-related operations, particularly in the context of RFPs and grants that may involve logistical and fuel resource planning for agencies requiring precise budgeting for fuel expenditures.
    25R4073 RFP.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command Norfolk is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) N3220525R4073 for the provision of a vessel capable of transporting specified clean products. The acquisition will utilize FAR 13.5 Simplified Procedures, aiming for a firm-fixed-price contract. Offerors must propose a double-hull tanker that can carry a minimum of 240,000 barrels while meeting stringent specifications, including an Inert Gas System and Segregated Ballast Tanks. Additional requirements include compliance with safety certifications and inspection documentation. The charter is set for approximately 60 days, with laydays commencing on May 8, 2025, and offers due by April 23, 2025. The selected vessel must operate in designated imminent danger zones, impacting compensation. The RFP includes detailed instructions regarding reporting obligations, including regular position updates and monthly reports. Contractors must adhere to various federal acquisition regulations and clauses related to equal opportunity, fraud prevention, and subcontractor obligations. This solicitation represents the U.S. government's ongoing efforts to ensure safe and efficient transportation of military supplies through maritime channels.
    PART XII FAR 52.212-3.pdf
    The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.212-3 outlines the Offeror's Representations and Certifications for commercial products and services. It details requirements for Offerors to complete annual representations electronically via the System for Award Management (SAM). Key definitions include terms like small business, economically disadvantaged women-owned small business, and service-disabled veteran-owned small business. The provision also stipulates compliance with restrictions related to telecommunications equipment and forced child labor, along with certifications regarding taxes, lobbying activities, and sourcing practices, including the Buy American Act and Free Trade Agreements. Offerors must certify their business status and operational compliance relevant to federal contracts. These certifications help ensure that contracting entities follow responsible business practices and satisfy eligibility criteria when bidding on government contracts, contributing to compliance with federal laws and policies while promoting fair competition among different types of businesses. This document serves as a fundamental guideline for entities seeking federal contracts, underscoring the importance of ethics and responsibility in public sector procurement.
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