Military Sealift Command VERTREP Pacific Detachment A
ID: N3220526R0006Type: Presolicitation
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSCHQ NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

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Nonscheduled Chartered Freight Air Transportation (481212)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: AIR FREIGHT (V111)

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No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/60f345b3144c4b4fa2b0f59aba56d168/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command, is seeking proposals for the Military Sealift Command VERTREP Pacific Detachment A, which involves providing a two-helicopter detachment for ship-based and shore-based Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP) operations. The contractor will be responsible for supplying aircraft, support equipment, personnel, and maintaining operational readiness year-round, primarily supporting the U.S. Pacific Fleet's Combat Logistics Force ships. This contract is crucial for ensuring logistical support and operational efficiency for naval operations in the Pacific region. Interested parties should note that the draft solicitation (N3220526R0006) is anticipated to be released on November 14, 2025, with responses due by December 15, 2025. For further inquiries, contact Jim Ellis at james.p.ellis54.civ@us.navy.mil or call 564-226-4573.

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    DRAFT Solicitation - N3220526R0006.pdf
    This government solicitation, N3220526R0006, is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Commercial Products and Commercial Services, specifically for
    PAC A PWS_DRAFT.docx
    The Performance Work Statement for the VERTREP Detachment Pacific Detachment A outlines a five-year contract for ship-based commercial helicopter logistics and vertical replenishment services for the U.S. Pacific Fleet. The contractor must provide a two-helicopter detachment, support equipment, and personnel (minimum five pilots, three maintainers) to operate worldwide, 365 days a year. Key requirements include maintaining full mission capability, adhering to strict operational and safety standards (FAA, DoD, DoN), and managing maintenance and logistics, including a comprehensive Pack-Up Kit. The contract specifies detailed aircraft capabilities, mission conditions (e.g., lift capacity, SAR, MEDEVAC), and outlines payment structures (per diem, flight rates). An optional unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capability is also detailed, with specific performance requirements for cargo delivery. The document emphasizes regulatory compliance, certifications (e.g., CARB), and defines conditions for contract suspension or termination.
    VERTREP PAC DET A Synopsis.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) issued a presolicitation synopsis for a full and open competition to establish an AB to Mate CIVMAR Training Program. The solicitation, N3220526R0006, is anticipated to be released on November 14, 2025, with responses due by December 15, 2025. The contract will be a single-award, Firm-Fixed-Price with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. The contractor will provide a two-helicopter detachment (DET) for ship-based and/or shore-based Vertical Replenishment (VERTREP) operations, including aircraft, support equipment, supplies, pilots, maintainers, and a support structure. The DET will operate 365 days a year, primarily assigned to Combat Logistics Force (CLF) ships, T-AKE class, supporting SEVENTH and FIFTH Fleet requirements worldwide, with anticipated delivery in Guam. This is a synopsis notice only, not a request for proposal.
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