TANKER VOYAGE CHARTER
ID: N32205-SS-N351-25-056Type: 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)

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https://sam.gov/opp/e5f251d5e2a942a5bfe223c932d0d317/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the availability and pricing of clean double-hull tankers for a voyage charter. The procurement aims to secure tankers capable of transporting a minimum of 120,000 barrels of JA1 petroleum product from St. Theodore, Greece, to La Spezia, Italy, during the specified laydays of May 27 to May 28, 2025. These vessels must adhere to specific requirements, including being under 20 years old, compliant with NATO regulations, and equipped with operational capabilities such as a centrally located crane and freshwater pumping. Interested parties are required to submit their company information, vessel specifications, and charter rates by April 8, 2025, to the designated contacts, Brandon Page and Robbin A. Jefferson, via the provided email addresses.

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    SS-25-056 Notice.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research through Sources Sought Notice No. N32205-SS-N351-25-056 to gather information on availability and pricing for clean double-hull tankers suitable for a voyage charter. The tankers must meet specific requirements, including the capacity to carry a minimum of 120,000 barrels of JA1 petroleum product from St. Theodore, Greece, to La Spezia, Italy, within designated laydays from May 27 to May 28, 2025. Key vessel specifications include an age limit of under 20 years, compliance with certain NATO regulations, and specific operational capabilities like a centrally located crane and freshwater pumping. Interested parties must provide company information, vessel details, and charter rates, while also indicating small business status in accordance with federal guidelines for water transportation services. Responses are due by April 8, 2025, to the contact listed. This notice is part of the government’s procurement process and is aimed at informing potential contractors without obligating the government to any costs.
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