90-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER WITH THREE 90-DAY OPTIONS
ID: N32205-SS-N321-24-126Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSC NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

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Deep Sea Freight Transportation (483111)

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/9a468f82484042dd82fe550e1d217f87/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information on the availability and pricing of vessels for a 90-day dry cargo time charter, with options for three additional 90-day periods. The procurement requires vessels capable of transporting at least 800 TEUs of containerized ammunition while adhering to hazardous material regulations, with specific weight limits for the cargo. This charter is critical for supporting military operations and will commence on February 2, 2025, with delivery and redelivery at the Military Ocean Terminal in Sunny Point, North Carolina. Interested parties must submit their vessel details, including operational capacity and daily charter rates, by 1000 hours Eastern Time on September 18, 2024, and can direct inquiries to David Hamilton or Robbin A. Jefferson via the provided contact information.

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    SS-24-126 Notice.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command is conducting market research for a 90-day dry cargo time charter with three extension options, seeking information about the availability and pricing of self-sustaining vessels capable of carrying at least 800 TEUs of containerized ammunition, compliant with hazmat regulations. Interested parties must provide details about their vessels, charter rates, fuel consumption, and business size by September 18, 2024, without incurring costs for the government. Responses will aid in understanding market capabilities but do not constitute contract offers.
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