TANKVOY; LNG US to GTMO
ID: N32205-SS-N321-25-009Type: Sources Sought
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Buyer

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

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Deep Sea Freight Transportation (483111)

PSC

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

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https://sam.gov/opp/cb0613a16aff4d8698b53bf875229c53/view
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    The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk, is seeking information from interested parties regarding the potential voyage charter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The procurement aims to transport a total of 200,000 MMBtu of LNG, with specific delivery requirements of 50,000 MMBtu during two designated laycan windows in the first half of Fiscal Year 2025. This initiative is crucial for maintaining the operational readiness of U.S. military forces in strategic locations, ensuring timely fulfillment of LNG storage requirements. Interested respondents must submit their vessel details, daily charter rates, and compliance confirmations by November 26, 2024, and can reach out to primary contact Matthew Price at matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil or secondary contact Danny Davis at danny.w.davis1.civ@us.navy.mil for further inquiries.

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    SS-25-009 A0001.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command Norfolk has issued a sources sought notice (N32205-SS-N321-25-009, Amendment 0001) to solicit information regarding the price and availability of vessels (U.S. or foreign flag) capable of transporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. The request specifies two quarters of laycan windows with a total of 200,000 MMBtu to be delivered (50,000 MMBtu per specified period). Each delivery has particular handling and discharge requirements, with a discharge rate of 250 CBM per hour during daylight only at designated pier C. This notice is a critical step in ensuring the timely fulfillment of the U.S. military’s LNG storage requirements and reflects ongoing efforts to maintain operational readiness in strategic locations. The document is signed by Danny Davis, Contracting Officer, indicating formal communication to all potential respondents involved in this procurement process.
    SS-25-009 Notice.pdf
    The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research to gather information for a potential voyage charter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers. This Sources Sought Notice seeks responses from interested parties about the availability and pricing of U.S. or foreign flag vessels capable of transporting 50,000 MMBTU of LNG to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, for the first half of Fiscal Year 2025. Specific requirements include maximum displacement, vessel dimensions, pump-out pressure, and unloading rates, among others. The ship will need to perform under specific mooring conditions and discharge LNG during daylight hours only. Interested respondents must provide vessel details, daily charter rates, fuel consumption, and confirmation of compliance with the stated requirements. The document also specifies small business size standards and encourages large businesses to outline subcontracting opportunities. Responses should be submitted by November 26, 2024. The purpose of this notice is to inform potential suppliers about the government's interest and solicit feedback to evaluate market capabilities in fulfilling the LNG transport requirements.
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