Source Sought for Guam Tugs Support
ID: SS-26-017Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Navigational Services to Shipping (488330)

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/712f0cd78c654fab83ae7ff9204d15f3/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC), is seeking information from qualified vendors for the provision of two U.S. flag tractor tugs to support harbor operations and ship handling services at Naval Base Guam. The procurement includes a base period from March 1, 2027, to February 29, 2028, with four additional option periods extending through January 31, 2032, and encompasses services such as towing, pilot transfers, emergency support, and line handling, with tugs required to be available 24/7 and meet specific operational criteria. This opportunity is critical for ensuring effective maritime operations in the region, and interested parties must submit their company details, business size, financial capability, estimated daily rates, fuel consumption, and tug specifications by December 9, 2025. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Ashley M. Smith-Sallinger at ashley.m.smith357.civ@us.navy.mil or Stephanie Ricker at stephanie.ricker.civ@us.navy.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Ashley M. Smith-Sallinger
    15642267556
    ashley.m.smith357.civ@us.navy.mil
    Stephanie Ricker
    (564) 226-4357
    stephanie.ricker.civ@us.navy.mil
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    SS-26-017-_Guam Tugs Reprocurement.docx
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is seeking information for two U.S. flag tractor tugs to provide harbor support and ship handling services at Naval Base Guam, GU. This Request for Information (RFI) is for a base period from March 1, 2027, to February 29, 2028, with four option periods extending through January 31, 2032. Services include towing, pilot transfers, emergency support, and line handling. Tugs must be available 24/7, meet specific vessel characteristics (e.g., U.S. flag, tractor propulsion, 100,000 lbs forward bollard pull, firefighting capabilities), and have crews vetted by Naval Base Guam Security. Pricing will be Firm Fixed Price with pass-through elements, excluding fuel. Interested parties must provide company details, business size, financial capability, estimated daily rates, fuel consumption, and tug specifications by December 9, 2025.
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