93-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER
ID: N32205-SS-N321-24-128Type: 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/62b37dab474b435b9994e1afca4f3391/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information from vendors regarding a 93-day dry cargo time charter for U.S. and foreign flag vessels capable of transporting a minimum of 600 TEUs of containerized ammunition. The procurement aims to ensure compliance with regulatory hazardous materials compatibility and segregation requirements, with specific details outlined for various ammunition types, weight limits, and delivery logistics at Military Ocean Terminal Concord, California. This opportunity is critical for maintaining the logistical capabilities of the Navy, and interested vendors are encouraged to submit detailed vessel descriptions, daily charter rates, and fuel consumption rates by 1100 hours on September 23, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Tiffany Gallon at tiffany.gallon@navy.mil or Michelle D. James at michelle.d.james7.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    SS-24-128 Notice.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) issued a Sources Sought Notice for market research related to a 93-day dry cargo time charter, specifically seeking information on U.S. and foreign flag vessels capable of carrying a minimum of 600 TEUs of containerized ammunition. The cargo must comply with regulatory hazardous materials compatibility and segregation requirements. The document outlines key specifications, including the types of ammunition classified under various hazard classes, weight limits for containers, and the delivery and redelivery ports at Military Ocean Terminal Concord, CA. Interested vendors are asked to provide detailed vessel descriptions, daily charter rates, fuel consumption rates, and business size information, with a note regarding small business classification under NAICS "483111." Responses are required by 1100 hours on 23 September 2024, directed to the designated contracting officer. This notice does not constitute a formal Request for Proposal and serves solely for informational purposes, demonstrating the MSC's proactive approach to fulfilling their logistical needs through market engagement.
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