Voluntary Tanker Agreement (VTA)

Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement (VISA) - 2024 Renewal

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Opportunity Overview: The primary purpose of this federal contract is to secure contingency sealift services for the Department of Defense (DOD) under the Voluntary Intermodal Sealift Agreement (VISA). The focus is on ensuring the availability of commercial shipping capacity for emergency deployments worldwide. VISA aims to establish partnerships with maritime companies to provide the DOD with efficient and flexible shipping solutions. The agreement offers incentives for companies to commit vessel capacity to the program, including priority for peacetime cargo contracts. Scope of Work: The key tasks for the awardee include: Committing a specified percentage of their maritime capacity to different stages of contingency operations, as outlined in the VISA Terms and Conditions. Providing detailed information about their vessels, including technical specifications, capabilities, and pricing, as detailed in the Carrier Vessel Information Sheet. Adhering to the agreed-upon capacity commitments, ensuring vessel availability, and maintaining the ability to fulfill DOD requirements within specified timeframes. Delivering, loading, and redelivering vessels as required, with potential charter periods of up to five years. Complying with international regulations, American Petroleum Institute (API) standards, and safety protocols for loading/discharging processes. Eligibility Criteria: Eligibility for this opportunity appears to be focused on maritime companies or operators possessing the following: A fleet of vessels capable of prompt deployment for contingency operations. Capacity and infrastructure to meet the required services, including a diverse range of vessel types. Experience and expertise in maritime transportation, preferably with a track record of working with the DOD or on similar contingency operations. Funding and Contract Details: The contract is expected to be firm-fixed-price, with an estimated value of between $500,000 and $36 million over the potential ten-year period of performance. The base period spans five years, from October 2024 to September 2029, with an optional five-year extension. The government has indicated a submission deadline of August 27, 2024. Submission Process: For current VISA participants, the process involves confirming their desire to remain in the program and submitting updated vessel commitment information. New participants must enroll online through the Maritime Administration (MARAD) website. All participants must provide the required vessel information and undergo a review/signature process with MARAD and USTRANSCOM. Evaluation Criteria: The government will evaluate submissions based on several factors: Alignment with VISA requirements, including capacity commitment levels and vessel suitability. Past performance and experience, demonstrating a successful track record in maritime operations and contingency support. Cost reasonableness and price competitiveness. Technical merit, safety features, and crew qualifications. Contact Information: For further clarification, interested parties can contact the primary point of contact, Shanda L. Lyman, at shanda.l.lyman.civ@mail.mil or 618-817-9484. A secondary contact is Lynn Fitzgerald at lynn.c.fitzgerald2.civ@mail.mil or 618-817-9451.

TANKER TIME CHARTER (EXTENDED TERM)

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The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information for an extended term tanker time charter for one U.S. flagged medium range tanker. The procurement requires a vessel with a minimum capacity of 300,000 barrels for clean petroleum products, a maximum age of 20 years, and specific design features such as double hulls and segregated ballast tanks, capable of operating at a speed of at least 13 knots and conducting underway cargo operations. This initiative is crucial for ensuring efficient logistical support for military operations in designated areas of the Pacific Ocean, particularly around the Sea of Japan. Interested parties must submit their company and vessel information, including capacity, rates, and small business status, by April 28, 2025, and can contact Jordan Schwaner or Reah Norris for further details.

COASTAL TANKER CHARTER (EXTENDED TERM)

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The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information for an extended-term time charter of a shallow draft tanker. The procurement aims to secure a clean, U.S. flagged, double hull tanker with a minimum carrying capacity of 40,000 barrels, designed for worldwide delivery, particularly in the Sea of Japan and Western Pacific. This initiative is crucial for enhancing the MSC's sealift capabilities and ensuring operational readiness and logistical support. Interested parties must submit detailed company and vessel information, including availability and pricing, by April 24, 2025. For inquiries, contact Yvonne Escoto at yvonne.escoto.civ@us.navy.mil or Stephanie Ricker at stephanie.ricker.civ@us.navy.mil.

COASTAL TANKER TIME CHARTER (EXTENDED TERM)

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The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking information for a potential time charter of a coastal tanker as outlined in Sources Sought notice SS-25-059. The MSC requires one clean, U.S.-flagged, double-hull shallow draft tanker with segregated ballast tanks, capable of carrying at least 40,000 barrels of various fuels, with specific criteria including a maximum length of 108 meters and a service speed of at least 12 knots. This procurement is crucial for supporting the Defense Logistics Agency's logistics solutions, with delivery expected by June 29, 2025, for an initial one-year term, including options for an additional year and an eleven-month period thereafter. Interested parties must submit detailed company and vessel information by April 28, 2025, and can contact Jordan Schwaner or Reah Norris for further inquiries.

Tanker Voyage Charter

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy, is seeking proposals for a Tanker Voyage Charter to transport clean products from Texas City, TX, to Killingholme, United Kingdom. The procurement requires a clean, approved U.S. or foreign flag, double-hull tanker equipped with an Inert Gas System (IGS) or equivalent, capable of carrying a minimum of 32,000 barrels of clean product in designated cargo tanks. This charter is crucial for ensuring the safe and efficient transportation of essential materials, with laydays commencing on May 20, 2025, and concluding on June 3, 2025. Interested parties should direct inquiries to David Anaya at 564-226-8419 or via email at david.c.anaya.civ@us.navy.mil, with proposals due by April 29, 2025.

DRY CARGO TIME OR VOYAGE CHARTER

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The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking market research information for dry cargo time or voyage charter services to support the Strategic Sealift Program. The procurement aims to gather details on the availability and pricing of U.S. and foreign flag roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) vessels capable of transporting military cargo, including helicopters and wheeled vehicles, with a delivery port in Beaumont, Texas, and a redelivery port in Ash Shuaybah, Kuwait, for a charter period of approximately 53 days starting July 24, 2025. This initiative is crucial for ensuring effective logistics support for military operations, and interested parties must provide detailed vessel specifications, charter rates, and indicate small business classifications by April 28, 2025, directing their responses to David Hamilton via email at david.k.hamilton19.civ@us.navy.mil.

NOCAL S&RTS

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The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), is soliciting proposals for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) at the Military Ocean Terminal - Concord (MOTCO) and the Port of Oakland in California. The contract requires comprehensive services for the handling, documentation, and transportation of military cargo, including hazardous materials, with a focus on ensuring 24/7 operational capabilities and compliance with safety and security regulations. This procurement is critical for supporting the Defense Transportation System (DTS) and facilitating efficient logistics operations for military freight. Interested contractors should note that the anticipated contract value is approximately $47 million, with a performance period from August 7, 2025, to August 6, 2030, and an option for a six-month extension. For further inquiries, potential bidders may contact Casey D. Schuette at casey.d.schuette.civ@mail.mil or Douglas Otten at douglas.d.otten.civ@mail.mil.

S&RTS, Pacific Northwest (PNW)

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The Department of Defense, through the U.S. Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM), is soliciting proposals for Stevedoring and Related Terminal Services (S&RTS) in the Pacific Northwest, specifically at the ports of Tacoma, Everett, Olympia, Grays Harbor, Washington, and Portland, Oregon. The contract, valued at approximately $47 million, aims to facilitate the import and export of Defense Transportation System (DTS) sponsored and non-sponsored cargo, ensuring operations are conducted with a focus on safety, efficiency, and customer service. This procurement is critical for supporting military logistics and operations in the region, with a performance period from August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2030. Interested contractors must submit their proposals by May 5, 2025, and can reach out to Melissa Romagno at melissa.s.romagno.civ@mail.mil or Cassandra A. Range at cassandra.a.range.civ@mail.mil for further inquiries.

Sources Sought Notice: TANK, FABRIC, COLLAPS, NSN: 5430-01-473-2318*

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal (ACC-DTA), is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to gather information for the potential procurement of collapsible fuel tanks, ranging from 3,000 to 210,000 gallons. This initiative aims to assess the capabilities of both small and large businesses to inform the government's acquisition strategy, with an estimated requirement of 24 units and an equivalent option quantity. The tanks are critical for military logistics and operations, and while a Technical Data Package is not currently available, a Performance Specification will be provided with any formal solicitation. Interested vendors must submit their qualifications and responses to specific questions by April 25, 2025, to Lyndsey Pena at lyndsey.m.pena.civ@army.mil.

35-Day Dry Time Charter

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The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is conducting market research for a 35-day dry cargo time charter to support its Strategic Sealift Program. The MSC is seeking information on the availability and pricing of U.S. and foreign flag vessels capable of transporting a minimum of 181 Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) of containerized ammunition, compliant with hazardous materials regulations. This procurement is crucial for ensuring operational readiness and regulatory compliance in the transportation of military cargo, with the delivery port located in Hiro, Japan, and redelivery at Military Ocean Terminal Concord, California, USA, starting on June 24, 2025. Interested parties should submit their vessel details, charter rates, and other relevant information by 10 AM Eastern Time on April 28, 2025, to Tiffany Gallon at tiffany.gallon@navy.mil or Robbin A. Jefferson at robbin.jefferson@navy.mil.

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