DRY CARGO TUGCON
ID: N32205-SS-PM4-26-012Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYMSCHQ NORFOLKNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA

NAICS

Deep Sea Freight Transportation (483111)

PSC

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

Set Aside

No Set aside used (NONE)

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https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/c3ca8ebada954e2c90b704cdc7a38b1d/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is seeking information from qualified vendors regarding the procurement of a Dry Cargo Tugcon for an open-ocean tow mission. The objective is to identify a U.S. flag, ocean-going certified tug capable of towing a YRBM-32 Berthing Barge from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI, to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, WA, between January 5-23, 2026, with specific requirements including a minimum tow speed of six knots and internet and satellite phone capabilities. This opportunity is critical for ensuring the effective transportation of military assets and requires interested parties to submit detailed information, including a lump-sum price and transit plan, by November 18, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors may contact David Anaya at david.c.anaya.civ@us.navy.mil or Christopher Tomlin at christopher.a.tomlin5.civ@us.navy.mil.

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    SS-26-012.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, N103A, issued Sources Sought Notice No. N32205-SS-PM4-26-012 for market research on a Dry Cargo Tugcon for an open-ocean tow mission. This is a Request for Information (RFI) only and not a commitment to contract. MSC seeks information on the price and availability of a U.S. flag, ocean-going certified tug to tow a YRBM-32 Berthing Barge from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, HI, to Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, WA, between January 5-23, 2026. The tug must meet specific requirements, including being built in 1970 or later, having sufficient bollard pull for a minimum tow speed of six knots, and possessing internet and satellite phone capabilities. Owners must provide tow equipment, a comprehensive towing package for approval, and adhere to the U.S. Navy Tow Manual. A pre-tow conference and position reporting are required. The contractor must also obtain an Independent Marine Surveyor (IMS) and include their services in the lump-sum price. Interested parties are requested to provide detailed information about the tug, an ocean-certified warranty, a lump-sum price, demurrage rate, a transit plan, company information, and any pertinent questions or comments by November 18, 2025.
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