Dry Cargo Voyage Charter
ID: N3220525R4046_Type: Presolicitation
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)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e8dfdb4fc9174107a61e399c00e9f1e8/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy's MSC Norfolk, is seeking qualified contractors for a Dry Cargo Voyage Charter. This presolicitation opportunity is set aside for small businesses under the SBA guidelines and falls under the NAICS code 483111, which pertains to Deep Sea Freight Transportation. The charter services are crucial for the transportation and relocation of marine cargo, supporting various naval operations. Interested parties can reach out to Matthew Price at matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil or Michelle D. James at michelle.d.james7.civ@us.navy.mil for further details, with the procurement process expected to unfold in the near future.

    Files
    No associated files provided.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Dry Cargo Voyage Charter
    Currently viewing
    Presolicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    Dry Cargo Voyage Charter
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for a firm-fixed-price contract to provide a U.S. flag, Jones Act-compliant tug and barge or self-sustaining vessel for the transportation of hazardous cargo, specifically 20-foot ISO shipping containers. The selected vessel must meet specific requirements, including a maximum length of 700 feet, a draft of 31.5 feet, and the capacity to carry at least 100 twenty-foot containers, with operations scheduled to load at Naval Magazine, Indian Island, WA, and discharge at Valdez, AK, by April 11, 2025. This procurement emphasizes the importance of secure transport capabilities for hazardous materials while promoting small business participation in federal contracting, as it is set aside for total small business participation. Proposals are due by March 3, 2025, at 1300 Eastern Time, and interested parties can contact Matthew Price at matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil or Michelle D. James at michelle.d.james7.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.
    30-Day Dry Cargo Time Charter
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for a 30-day dry cargo time charter to support military transportation needs. The contract requires a self-sustaining vessel capable of carrying significant military cargo, including hazardous materials, with a minimum speed of 13 knots, and will operate between Charleston, South Carolina, and Gabès, Tunisia, starting March 14, 2025. This procurement is critical for ensuring efficient and compliant transportation of military supplies, emphasizing fair pricing and adherence to federal regulations. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by February 19, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Tiffany Gallon at tiffany.n.gallon.civ@us.navy.mil or Michelle D. James at michelle.d.james7.civ@us.navy.mil.
    MSC PROFORMAS DECEMBER 2024 (12-24)
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is soliciting proposals for various maritime services, including tugboat, dry cargo, tanker, and passenger charters, effective December 2024. The procurement aims to secure reliable and compliant transportation and logistical support for military operations, emphasizing adherence to federal regulations, safety protocols, and operational readiness. These services are critical for maintaining the efficiency of defense logistics and ensuring the timely movement of military cargo and personnel. Interested contractors can contact Robbin A. Jefferson at robbin.a.jefferson.civ@us.navy.mil for further details and must adhere to the submission guidelines outlined in the associated RFP documents.
    TANKER TIME CHARTER
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information for a tanker time charter under Sources Sought Notice No. N32205-SS-N351-25-039. The objective is to assess market interest in providing either a 105-day or an 85-day charter for a clean, U.S. Jones Act-compliant tanker or a non-connected tug and barge capable of transporting petroleum products to support the Defense Logistics Agency-Energy, with deliveries targeted for Port Arthur, TX, or Selby, CA, starting in May and June 2025, respectively. This procurement is crucial for ensuring the efficient transportation of fuel to support military operations, and interested parties must provide company details, vessel specifications, charter rates, and fuel consumption data, confirming their small business status by the response deadline of March 3, 2025. For further inquiries, interested vendors can contact David C. Anaya at david.c.anaya.civ@us.navy.mil or Robbin A. Jefferson at robbin.a.jefferson.civ@us.navy.mil.
    USWC JONES ACT TANKER
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command, is initiating a presolicitation for a fixed-price time charter to procure a U.S. flag Jones Act compliant tanker. The contract, identified as N3220525R0002, will require the tanker to have Segregated Ballast Tanks and an Inert Gas System, with the capacity to transport a minimum of 280,000 barrels of clean products such as F76, JP5, JP8, or JA1, ensuring specified segregation in cargo tanks. This procurement is crucial for maintaining operational readiness and logistics support for the Navy, with delivery anticipated between July 12 and October 21, 2025, primarily at a location chosen by the charterer, likely Point Loma, CA. The solicitation is expected to be publicly available around February 28, 2025, and interested parties can contact Jordan Schwaner at jordan.t.schwaner.civ@us.navy.mil or F. Carley Orvin at franklin.c.orvin.civ@us.navy.mil for further information.
    Time Charter Container Ship for United States Air Force (USAF)
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking information on the availability and cost of a time-chartered container ship for the United States Air Force (USAF). The ship must be capable of carrying ammunition in ISO containers, with a required delivery date of May 15, 2025, and must meet specific performance criteria, including a minimum speed of 16 knots and a capacity for 900 ISO containers, while being able to operate in extreme environmental conditions. This procurement is crucial for supporting the transportation and prepositioning of military cargo worldwide, emphasizing the government's commitment to military readiness. Interested vendors must submit their responses, detailing ship capabilities, availability, and pricing factors, by March 12, 2025, to the designated contacts, Samantha Wooton and F. Carley Orvin, whose contact information is provided in the opportunity overview.
    Military Sealift Command Waterborne Hull Cleaning and Associated Work Sources Sought
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking qualified small businesses to provide waterborne hull cleaning and associated underwater ship husbandry services for its Government Owned, Government Operated vessels. The procurement aims to assess the capabilities of potential offerors in fulfilling requirements for hull cleaning, inspection, and related tasks across various geographical zones, including the Atlantic, Pacific, and European waters. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining operational standards for naval maintenance while promoting small business participation in government contracts. Interested parties should respond to the market survey by March 3, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Shelby Probert at shelby.m.probert.civ@us.navy.mil or Timothy Lewis at timothy.lewis60.civ@us.navy.mil.
    OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE OFFSHORE PETROLEUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM (OPDS) TO INCLUDE THE USNS VADM K.R. WHEELER AND THE USNS FAST TEMPO
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Navy through MSC Norfolk, is seeking contractor capabilities for the operation and maintenance of the Offshore Petroleum Distribution System (OPDS), which includes the USNS VADM K.R. WHEELER and the USNS FAST TEMPO. The primary objective is to ensure that these vessels remain compliant with regulations and maintain operational readiness for delivering fuel to U.S. forces and allies from offshore locations. This procurement is critical for sustaining military operations, and the anticipated contract will be a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) award with an initial term of 12 months and up to four additional option periods. Interested contractors must demonstrate financial viability, possess a SECRET-level facility security clearance, and submit their qualifications by March 3, 2025, to Kurt J. Oberg at kurt.oberg@navy.mil or by phone at 757-443-2845.
    USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203) FY 2025 Mid-Term Availability (MTA) Amendment 0003
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command in Norfolk, is soliciting proposals for the USNS LARAMIE (T-AO 203) FY 2025 Mid-Term Availability (MTA) Amendment 0003. This procurement focuses on shipbuilding and repairing services, specifically under the NAICS code 336611, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, encouraging participation from small businesses. The services sought are critical for maintaining the operational readiness and functionality of non-nuclear ships, ensuring they meet the necessary standards for naval operations. Interested vendors can reach out to Bryan Makuch at bryan.makuch@navy.mil or call 564-226-1259 for further details regarding the solicitation process.
    Crew Vessel Transportation Services
    Buyer not available
    The Department of Defense, specifically the NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center in Pearl Harbor, is seeking proposals from small businesses for Crew Vessel Transportation Services to support Midshipmen training at Point Loma, San Diego, from May 15, 2025, to August 15, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for transporting Navy personnel via a crew transfer vessel (CTV) to designated locations near San Clemente Island, adhering to safety and operational regulations, and ensuring compliance with U.S. Coast Guard standards. This service is crucial for facilitating essential submarine operations and training missions, with proposals evaluated based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) method. Interested parties must register in the System for Award Management (SAM) and submit their proposals, including pricing and qualifications, by the specified deadlines. For further inquiries, contact Kyle Quintal at kyle.p.quintal.civ@us.navy.mil.