Time Charter for SSV MIDPAC

The Military Sealift Command is issuing a pre-solicitation synopsis for a fixed-price time charter with pass-through elements for the SSV MIDPAC. The contract will include a one-year base period, three one-year option periods, and one eleven-month option period. The solicitation requires a Jones Act qualified U.S.-flag host ship for Naval Special Warfare based in Pearl Harbor, HI, with anticipated lay days from September 22, 2026, to December 30, 2026. The acquisition will follow FAR Part 12 and FAR Part 15 procedures, with an anticipated award date around September 2026. The solicitation will be available on www.sam.gov around May 22, 2026, and will be awarded under full and open competition.

The document, identified as RFP N3220526R0014, outlines a requirement for detailed crew complement and associated costs for a vessel across a base period and four option periods. Each section is structured to capture specific financial details for various crew departments: Deck, Engine, Steward, and Other. For each rating within these departments, the form requires information on manning scale, actual complement, base wage, overtime, pension/welfare, vacation, training, payroll taxes, and other costs, culminating in a total daily cost per position, rounded to the nearest whole dollar. A critical note emphasizes that all wages and fringes must comply with the Service Contract Act. This RFP is designed to gather comprehensive financial proposals for vessel crewing over an extended contractual period, ensuring compliance with federal labor regulations.

This government solicitation, N3220526R00140001, is a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) to provide charter hire services for the SSV MIDPAC, with options for extending the term. The solicitation details the schedule of supplies and services, including base and option periods for charter hire and reimbursable expenses, all priced as Firm Fixed Price. Key attachments include vessel requirements, a Performance Work Statement (PWS), wage determinations, and security classification specifications. The document outlines various FAR and DFARS clauses, particularly concerning electronic payment via Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), government property, and options to extend services and contract terms. It also includes instructions for offerors, evaluation criteria, and a preference for domestic shipyards in the evaluation process for vessels engaged in carriage for DoD cargo.

This government document, Amendment of Solicitation/Modification of Contract (Standard Form 30), serves to formally amend solicitation number N3220526R0014. The primary purpose of this amendment, numbered 0001, is to extend the offer due date. The original response due date of June 21, 2026 (Sunday) has been revised to June 22, 2026 (Monday). All other terms and conditions of the original solicitation remain unchanged. The amendment was issued by MSCHQ NORFOLK on May 29, 2026, and contractors are required to acknowledge receipt of this amendment to ensure their offers are considered valid.

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) Standard Operating Manual (SOM) provides comprehensive operating guidance for all MSC commands, activities, and ships, including chartered and contract-operated vessels. Its purpose is to align MSC operations with standard Navy practices and ensure the effective execution of its mission: delivering supplies and conducting specialized missions globally. The SOM details the MSC's mission and organization, including reporting relationships, program offices (Combat Logistics Force, Special Mission, Prepositioning, Service Support, and Sealift), and functional directorates. It also outlines standard operating procedures for ship movement, operational standards, entry and clearance, common operational picture, force protection, logistics, severe weather, and incident reporting. Additionally, the manual covers mission-specific operations for various ship types and casualty and readiness reporting. The document emphasizes command relationships, authority types (COCOM, OPCON, TACON, ADCON), and geographic responsibilities, ensuring clear protocols for MSC's diverse fleet and its interactions with external commands like USTRANSCOM and the U.S. Coast Guard.

This document outlines a standardized

The Mission Essential Contractor Services Plan (MECSP) Worksheet requires offerors to submit a comprehensive plan detailing their provisions for maintaining essential contractor services. In accordance with DFARS 252.237-7024 and 252.237-7023, offerors must outline how they will acquire essential personnel and resources for up to 30 days or until normal operations resume. The plan must address challenges posed by extended events like pandemics, account for the time lapse in mobilizing personnel, and describe processes for identifying, training, and preparing personnel for remote work or relocation. Additionally, offerors need to establish alert and notification procedures for essential personnel and clearly communicate expectations regarding roles and responsibilities during a crisis. This worksheet serves as a structured addendum to the proposed MECSP, ensuring all critical elements for continuity of operations are thoroughly addressed.

Attachment 20, the Technical Offer Worksheet for the SSV MIDPAC Time Charter, details the vessel requirements for various operational capabilities, safety, and personnel support. Key areas include flag and class certifications, endurance for 45-day continuous operations, a third DGNSS unit for dynamic positioning, and a Baxter bolt tie-down system for securing mission equipment up to Sea State 8. The vessel must also feature a 40,000 lbs SWL crane and a 34,000 lbs SWL A-frame, both with specific class notations for lifting and launch/recovery operations. Additional requirements cover a USCG-approved 1000-gallon small boat refueling system, dedicated spaces for diving and vehicle support, and an internet-based maritime network with specified speeds. Secure planning spaces, deck electrical power for mission equipment, and hotel services for 35 government personnel are also mandated. Offerors must provide specific documentation, such as vessel specification sheets, general arrangement drawings, and certification documents, to confirm compliance with these technical requirements.

The provided document appears to be a section from a government Request for Proposal (RFP) or a similar grant application, likely focused on maritime or shipping-related projects. It outlines a requirement for applicants to detail their vessel fleet, including specific information about U.S. and foreign shipyard work performed. For each vessel, applicants must list the approximate total cost of qualifying work, provide a description of the work performed, and identify the shipyard name, address, and inclusive dates of service. This structure suggests the document aims to assess the applicant's compliance with regulations concerning the use of U.S. shipyards or to evaluate their fleet's maintenance history and associated costs, particularly distinguishing between domestic and international work.

The “Disclosure of Lobbying Activities” (Standard Form LLL) is a federal form mandated by 31 U.S.C. 1352 for entities involved in federal contracts, grants, cooperative agreements, loans, or loan guarantees. Its primary purpose is to disclose any lobbying activities undertaken to influence federal actions. The form requires reporting entities, whether prime recipients or subawardees, to detail the type and status of the federal action, their own information, and if applicable, the prime recipient's details. Key information includes the federal department/agency, program name, CFDA number, federal action number, and award amount. Crucially, it demands disclosure of the lobbying registrant's name and address, along with the individuals performing lobbying services. This form is essential for transparency in federal dealings, ensuring that any attempts to influence federal actions are publicly documented. Failure to file can result in substantial civil penalties ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. Instructions clarify that a form must be filed for each payment or agreement to make payment to a lobbying entity in connection with a covered federal action, including initial filings and material changes.

The DD Form 1423, updated February 2024, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) focused on the submission of crane and A-frame class certification documents. This document is crucial for federal government RFPs, detailing requirements for contractors to provide and maintain certification for shipboard cranes and A-frames. Key requirements include obtaining and maintaining ABS certification for these lifting appliances throughout their service life, ensuring they are listed in the Register of Lifting Appliances. The vessel must also maintain specific CRC – OC and CRC – SP class notations, with additional PL++ or PL notations if these systems are used for launching and recovering manned RHIBs/SDVs. Submissions are required upon vessel delivery, with subsequent submissions for any changes or modifications. The document specifies distribution to the PM41 office, including designated email addresses, and provides instructions for both government personnel and contractors on completing the form, including pricing groups for data items.

The DD Form 1423, February 2024 edition, outlines the Contract Data Requirements List for ship modifications, detailing the submission of a "Weekly Modification Status Update." This data item, number 0006, requires contractors to provide updates on ship design, production, installation, modification milestones, regulatory body reviews, and any schedule impacts or risks. Submissions are to begin seven days after contract award and continue weekly until successful delivery, sent electronically via email to the MSC Contracting Office and MSC PM41. The document also includes instructions for both government personnel and contractors on completing the form, defining various data item categories (Group I, II, III, IV) for pricing purposes, and specifying how estimated costs for data production should be calculated.

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The DD Form 1423, February 2024 edition, is a Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) used by government agencies to specify data deliverables from contractors. This particular form outlines the requirement for a "Government Monthly Meal Record Sheet" (Data Item No. 0003), to be submitted monthly following vessel acceptance. Key details include the requiring office (PM41), distribution to PM41 and the Contracting Officer via email, and specific instructions for both government personnel and contractors on completing the form. For contractors, it defines four price groups (Group I to IV) to estimate the cost of data production, emphasizing that prices should only reflect direct costs incurred to supply the data, excluding data rights.

The DD Form 1423, February 2024, outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for providing dynamic positioning documentation. This document specifies requirements for various reports and manuals, including FMEA Proving Trials, DP Annual Trials, Blackout starting procedures, DP Capability Plots, Vessel-specific DP Operations Manual, DP Incident reports, and Activity Specific Operating Guidelines (ASOG). The form details submission frequencies, distribution addressees (e.g., PM41, COR), and includes remarks for clarifying information and tailoring documents. It also provides comprehensive instructions for both government personnel and contractors on how to complete the form, including definitions of price groups (Group I to IV) for estimating data prices based on the effort required to produce the data items. The purpose of this CDRL is to standardize and ensure the delivery of essential dynamic positioning data from contractors to the government, aligning with federal contract requirements.

The DD Form 1423, February 2024 edition, outlines the Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) for contractors, specifically detailing the submission of a Monthly Cost Report. This report, identified as Data Item No. 0002, is required monthly and covers activity from the previous month, including actual costs (Days 1-25) and anticipated costs (Days 26-last day). Contractors must maintain budget worksheets for all Contract Line Items (CLINs) and update obligations, expenses, and invoices. The first submission is due on the 27th day of the month following vessel acceptance, with subsequent submissions on the 27th day of each month. The report is to be submitted to PM41 and the Contracting Officer via specified email addresses. The document also provides detailed instructions for both government personnel and contractors on completing the form, including definitions for various price groups (Group I-IV) related to data item development and associated estimated costs. It clarifies that estimated data prices should only reflect costs directly incurred due to the data requirement.

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Special Time Charter (SPECIALTIME EXTENDED-TERM) services, identified as N3220526R0014. This solicitation outlines a Charter Party contract, which will consist of a completed Standard Form (SF) 1449, a preamble, and Parts I through IX. The charter period includes a base of one year and multiple one-year and 11-month option periods, with laydays commencing September 22, 2026, and canceling December 30, 2026. The RFP details general data, pricing, vessel specifications, cargo capacity, and fuel consumption at various speeds. It also includes comprehensive terms and conditions covering inspection, acceptance, assignment, changes, disputes, excusable delays, invoicing, patent indemnity, payment, risk of loss, taxes, and termination clauses for both convenience and cause. Key provisions address vessel warranties, regulatory compliance, crew qualifications, oil pollution spills, safety in cargo operations, and specific prohibitions regarding Spain-Gibraltar port calls.

This DD Form 254 outlines the security classification specifications for a Department of Defense contract (N3220526R0014) requiring a Secret facility security clearance and safeguarding level. The contract is for Military Sealift Command (MSC) to acquire a surface support vessel (SSV) for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) training based in Pearl Harbor, HI. This vessel will support SEAL Delivery Vehicles, remotely operated vehicles, and U.S. Navy Divers, accommodating 35 personnel for 30 days without resupply. All vessel personnel must be U.S. citizens with Secret clearances and attend Counterintelligence Awareness and Reporting (CIAR) Training. The contract involves access to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), which must be protected according to NIST SP-800-171 and specific DoD/Navy Operations Security (OPSEC) requirements. Critical information, as defined by WARCOM, must be protected with countermeasures like PKI-encrypted emails and secure destruction methods. Military Sealift Command maintains security cognizance during performance, and all classified material will disembark with the Sponsor.

The document outlines guidelines for determining off-hire percentages for contractors failing to meet readiness standards under a Charter Party agreement. These guidelines address various readiness issues, primarily focusing on vessel propulsion, cargo operations, and equipment functionality. The Contracting Officer retains discretion to adjust off-hire determinations based on specific circumstances, considering difficulties encountered by the contractor and ensuring equitable results. Key readiness issues include inability to sail due to main propulsion casualties (100% off-hire), speed-restrictive propulsion casualties (percentage decrease in warranted speed), and restrictions imposed by authorities like the USCG (100% for sailing restrictions, percentage of cargo unable to work for cargo restrictions). Failures of critical equipment such as stern ramps, LASH cranes, container cranes, and general cranes also result in off-hire percentages based on the amount of cargo affected or additional time required. Specific duration factors are applied for AC/DH (Air Conditioning/Dehumidification) casualties, with increasing percentages (25% to 75%) based on the duration of the casualty. The document emphasizes that these are guidelines, not inflexible provisions, and actual time lost will be used for lost time issues rather than readiness issues.

The document outlines the requirements for a vessel to serve as a host ship for Naval Special Warfare (NSW) in Pearl City, HI, primarily for training. The vessel will launch and recover SEAL Delivery Vehicles (SDVs), unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), remotely operated vehicles (ROVs), U.S. Navy Divers, and various support craft. It must accommodate 35 personnel, operate for 45 days without resupply, and maintain International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) certification for all deck equipment. Key requirements include a minimum 12-knot transit speed, 9000-mile range, 4000 sq. ft. of open deck space, and Dynamic Positioning System (DP-2 or equivalent) capability. The vessel needs a crane (40,000 lbs min) and A-frame (34,000 lbs min) for launch and recovery in varying sea states. Hotel services include berthing, messing, laundry, recreational facilities, and specific cleaning standards. The vessel must also provide specialized diving and vehicle support spaces, robust communication systems, and adhere to strict security and clearance requirements for all personnel.

Attachment (06) of RFP N3220526R0014 outlines the basic pricing and fuel consumption data for vessel charter services, including a base period and four option periods. The pricing data details cost categories such as crew-related expenses, vessel costs (maintenance, depreciation), insurance, and general administrative expenses, culminating in a total daily cost. Notably, the calculation for total annual costs varies slightly between periods, with the base, option period two, and option period three based on a 365-day year, option period one on a 366-day year, and option period four on a 335-day year. Fuel consumption data specifies different fuel types (MGO/MDO, IFO-180, IFO-380) for various operational states (underway, auxiliaries, idle) and provides conversion factors from barrels to metric tons, along with Defense Logistics Agency - Energy (DLA-E) standard prices per metric ton. Offerors are instructed to provide barrels/day consumption for their proposed vessel, with the government's fuel calculations based on metric tons.

The document is a Wage Determination for U.S. Navy deep-sea vessel services, outlining minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various maritime occupations across coastal U.S. ports. It details specific hourly rates for roles such as Master, Chief Engineer, Mates, Seamen, and Stewards. The determination also covers required benefits including health and welfare (with different rates for EO 13706-covered contracts), vacation, and eleven paid holidays. Additionally, it addresses uniform allowances, outlining contractor responsibilities for furnishing and maintaining uniforms. The document includes detailed job descriptions for occupations not listed in the standard Service Contract Act Directory, such as Able Seaman and Chief Mate, and provides a conformance process (SF-1444) for unlisted classifications. It also notes the applicability of Executive Orders 13706 and 13658 regarding paid sick leave and minimum wage for federal contractors.

The document is a Standard Form 1449, "Solicitation/Contract/Order for Commercial Products and Commercial Services," specifically a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) set-aside. The solicitation, N3220526R0014, issued by N32205 (MSCHQ NORFOLK), is for "SSV MIDPAC Extend Term Charter" services. It details requirements for charter hire and reimbursable services over a base period and four option periods. The document includes various FAR and DFARS clauses, such as those related to commercial products and services, government property, Wide Area WorkFlow payment instructions, and options to extend services and the contract term. It also incorporates a "Statement of Equivalent Rates for Federal Hires" for maritime personnel and an "Evaluation Preference for Use of Domestic Shipyards" provision, requiring offerors to report on shipyard work for covered vessels.