21-Day Dry Cargo Time Charter
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command (MSC) is soliciting proposals for an Unrestricted 21-Day Dry Cargo Time Charter (N3220526R6080). This opportunity seeks U.S. or foreign flag, self-sustaining Roll-on/Roll-off vessel(s) to transport military cargo. Multiple firm-fixed-price awards are anticipated. Proposals are due May 4, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for vessel(s) capable of carrying a minimum of 110,000 SQFT of military cargo (wheeled vehicles, tracked vehicles, and breakbulk) out of a total 426,530 SQFT. Vessels must maintain a minimum laden speed of 15 knots and be fully bunkered. Offerors must provide a detailed stow plan, including trim and stability calculations, and acknowledge "WAR" section requirements regarding potential danger pay locations.
The place of delivery is Bremerhaven, Germany, with redelivery in Corpus Christi, Texas (USA). The period of performance for each chartered vessel will be approximately 21 days. Specific laydays for commencement/cancellation are June 22, 26, 30, 2026, and July 04, 2026.
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (issued as a Pre-solicitation notice, but RFP documents are available)
- Solicitation Number: N3220526R6080
- Contract Type: Firm-Fixed-Price Time Charter
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (based on market research and SBA concurrence)
- NAICS Code: 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation)
- Product/Service Code: V124 (Marine Charter For Things)
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
- Response Due: May 4, 2026
Submission & Evaluation
Proposals will be evaluated on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis, considering the charter hire rate, fuel price, and other pricing elements. A valid submission requires at least a ship name, a price, and a signature. Offerors must comply with all submission requirements outlined in Part X(a)(12), provide a warranty acknowledging all solicitation requirements, submit a copy of the vessel's Certificate of Inspection (COI), and complete the provided DRYTIME Fuel Consumption Template. Fuel calculations will be based on specific underway and in-port idle days.
Key Documents
- RFP Documents: Detail vessel specifications, submission requirements, and contract terms.
- Wage Determination (2019-0288 Rev. 25): Specifies minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for deep sea vessel services, crucial for labor cost calculations.
- DRYTIME Fuel Consumption Template: Essential for estimating and submitting fuel costs.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jordan Morrison at jordan.a.morrison5.civ@us.navy.mil or Brandon Page at brandon.a.page.civ@us.navy.mil. The primary contact is Eric Hatcher at ERIC.N.HATCHER2.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL.