38-day Dry Cargo Time Charter

Amendment / Modification

This amendment (0002) modifies the referenced Market Survey (MSC Market Survey No. N32205-MS-N321-26-101, dated 27 April 2026).

Specifically, Paragraph 3(E) of the original market survey has been amended to read: "CARGO LIST: PACKING LIST PROVIDED UPON REQUEST."

• Paragraph 3(E) of the Market Survey.

All other paragraphs of the market survey remain unchanged. No impact on proposal deadlines or submission requirements is indicated beyond the clarification of the cargo list provision.

Amendment / Modification

This document, Amendment 0001, amends the referenced Market Survey NO. N32205-MS-N321-20-101 dated 27 April 2026.

Specifically, Paragraph 7 of the original market survey is amended to update the Layday(s) as follows:

• Commencing: 16 June 2026

• Cancelling: 29 June 2026.

• Paragraph 7 of the original Market Survey.

All other paragraphs of the market survey remain unchanged. This amendment primarily affects the timing of the Layday(s) for the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Sources Sought Notice (SSN) for market research conducted by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Office. It is a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential sources for a 38-day dry cargo time charter. The government is seeking information on the price and availability of U.S. and foreign flag, self-sustaining vessels capable of carrying a minimum of 600 TEUs of containerized ammunition, while adhering to regulatory hazmat compatibility and segregation requirements.

• Vessels must be capable of carrying a minimum of 600 TEUs of containerized ammunition.

• Vessels must satisfy regulatory hazmat compatibility and segregation requirements.

• Cargo specifics include Ammunition Hazard Classes/Divisions: 1.1, 1.2G, 1.2.1, 1.2.2, 1.2.3D, 1.3, 1.4, 4.2G, 6.1G, 9S.

• Maximum TEU gross weight: 41,000 lbs.

• Average TEU gross weight: 23,000 lbs.

• Cargo list is unavailable.

• Delivery Port: Apra Harbor, Guam.

• Redelivery Port: Concord, CA.

• Charter Period: Approximately 38 days.

• Laydays: Commencing/Canceling June 16, 2026.

• Vessels must accommodate a minimum of two supercargo.

• Not specified in this RFI, as it is for market research.

• Interested parties are requested to provide:

  • Name and complete description of the vessel(s).
  • Confirmation of ability to accommodate two supercargo.
  • Daily charter rate and delivery/redelivery bonus, if applicable.
  • Fuel consumption rate in metric tons (underway and inport working).
  • Business size.
  • For large businesses, details regarding possible sub-contracting opportunities.
  • Confirmation of layday availability.
  • Any other pertinent questions or comments.

• The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code for this service is "483111" (Water Transportation).

• The small business size standard is 1,050 employees.

• Respondents are requested to indicate if they are a small business concern.

• This is a Request for Information only and not an offer.

• The government will not pay for costs incurred in preparing or submitting responses.

• Responses are requested via email prior to 1300 hours Eastern Time on May 4, 2026.

• Point of Contact: Matthew Price, matthew.r.price40.civ@us.navy.mil or (564) 230-3782.