Small Harbor Tug (YTL) Request for Information (RFI)
ID: N00024-25-R-2207Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE NAVYNAVSEA HQWASHINGTON NAVY YARD, DC, 20376-5000, USA

NAICS

Boat Building (336612)

PSC

SPECIAL SERVICE VESSELS (1925)

Set Aside

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/8ddd0c3347b54b1898733dc0d7cfd811/view
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    Posted Mar 26, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 28, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 10, 2025, 8:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), is seeking information from U.S.-based shipyards regarding their capabilities to design and construct a new Small Harbor Tug (YTL). The envisioned vessel will be approximately 60-65 feet in length, equipped for ship-assist, towing, and escort duties, and must meet specific Navy requirements, including a minimum bollard pull of 60,000 lbs ahead and 50,000 lbs astern, a minimum speed of 10 knots, and a 48-hour endurance with a 4-person crew. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended for market research purposes and does not guarantee future contracts; however, interested parties are encouraged to respond with relevant capabilities and previous contract experience. Responses and inquiries should be directed to Colin Foster at colin.j.foster.civ@us.navy.mil, with the expectation of supporting detail design starting in mid-2025 and construction beginning in early 2026.

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