59-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This solicitation is for a FAR Part 12 acquisition under FAR 15 Contracting by Negotiation, seeking proposals for one or more U.S. or foreign flag, self-sustaining vessels. The government anticipates awarding one firm-fixed-price contract for services related to the "MSC DRYTIME 2026 (02-26)" requirement. The Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Support Office is procuring vessels capable of meeting transportation requirements for containerized ammunition.

• Vessel must be self-sustaining and capable of carrying a minimum of 250 TEUs of containerized ammunition.

• Must comply with all applicable regulatory HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requests, specifically for Hazard classes 1.1 through 1.4S.

• Maximum TEU weight is 40,000 pounds, with an average projected TEU weight of 25,000 pounds.

• Vessel's Maximum Length Overall (LOA) not to exceed 825 feet / 251.4 meters.

• Laden draft not to exceed 33.8 feet / 10.3 meters.

• Minimum Laden Speed shall be 13 knots.

• Requires a minimum of two supercargo.

• Specific requirements for lashing gear, spreader bar, and segregation of Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E).

• Vessel must be fully bunkered.

• Submission of a detailed stow plan, including trim and stability values, is required.

• Contract type: Firm-fixed-price.

• Charter Period: Approximately 59 days.

• Place of Delivery: Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, NC, USA.

• Place of Redelivery: Nordenham, Germany.

• Laydays: Commencing/Cancelling on 26 July 2026.

• Offer Due Date: Wednesday, 03 June 2026, at 1100 Eastern Time.

• A valid submission requires at least a ship name, a price, and a signature.

• Proposals will be evaluated based on charter hire rate, price for fuel, and other pricing elements for the entire charter period.

• Fuel calculations will be based on specific underway and in-port days with specified speeds and fuel consumptions.

• The proposed price(s) must be determined to be fair and reasonable.

• MGO/MDO price: $1,500.83 per metric ton.

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside.

• NAICS Code: 483111.

• Sources Sought Notices, RFPs, Amendments, and Contract Awards will be posted on SAM.gov.

• Proforma documents are available upon request or via the MSC website.

• Offerors are encouraged to submit offers as soon as possible due to potential email delays.

• No JPEG files are permitted.

• Specific sections of the charter form (proforma) are incorporated by reference.

• The Red Sea, Bab Al-Mandeb Straits, and Gulf of Aden are designated imminent danger pay locations.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the Military Sealift Command (MSC) for a Dry Cargo Time Charter (DRYTIME – SPOT) for February 2026. The solicitation seeks offers to perform a Charter Party in accordance with the terms and conditions outlined within.

The charter, when awarded, will consist of the completed Standard Form (SF) 1449, the Preamble, and Parts I through IX. The document details various terms and conditions for the charter, including:

• Dry Cargo Time Terms and Conditions
• Time Charter Common Terms and Conditions
• Additional Contract Requirements
• FAR and DFARS clauses incorporated by reference
• Instructions to Offerors
• Evaluation criteria
• Attachments

The document outlines the structure of the contract, including various "DRYTIME Boxes" in Part I that will contain specific details such as solicitation number, contract number, vessel requirements, place/range of delivery and redelivery, charter period, laydays, and proposal firm until date. It also includes sections for vessel data, cargo capacity, fuel consumption, and fuel grade.

Part X details the "Instructions to Offerors," including submission requirements, format, and deadlines. Offers must include specific information such as the solicitation number, offeror's UEI, and responses to evaluation factors outlined in Part XI. Part XI details the "Evaluation – Commercial Products and Commercial Services," stating that the award will be made to the responsible offeror whose technically acceptable proposal represents the lowest price to the Government. It also outlines evaluation factors including Technical and Price, with specific considerations for VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage.

While not explicitly stated as a set-aside, the document references "Small Business Subcontracting Plan" requirements for large business offerors, indicating potential considerations for small businesses.

• The document includes extensive detail on various aspects of the charter, including regulatory compliance, insurance, fuel, off-hire conditions, and security requirements.
• Amendments and modifications to the charter are detailed in the "List of Effective Changes" on page 2.

Other / Unclassified

This document is a Wage Determination (WD) issued by the U.S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division, under the Service Contract Act (SCA). It establishes minimum wage rates and fringe benefits for various occupations employed on U.S. Navy contracts for deep sea vessels services. The determination is applicable to coastal U.S. ports and surrounding Outer Continental Shelf lands.

This document is crucial for bidders on contracts covered by the Service Contract Act, specifically those involving U.S. Navy deep sea vessel services. It outlines the legally mandated minimum wage rates and fringe benefits that must be paid to employees performing work under such contracts. Bidders must review this determination to accurately calculate labor costs, ensure compliance with federal regulations, and factor these requirements into their proposals. The document details specific rates for various roles (e.g., Master, Chief Engineer, Able Seaman) and includes information on health and welfare benefits, vacation, and holidays. It also provides guidance on the process for conforming additional classifications and wage rates if needed.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a pricing sheet or a data collection template related to fuel consumption and pricing for a potential contract. It outlines metrics for fuel usage and provides standard fuel prices for Fiscal Year 2025.

• Fuel Underway and In Port Calculations: Provides columns for the number of days, metric tons per day, fuel type, price per metric ton, cost, and total cost for fuel consumed while underway (laden, ballast, auxiliary) and while in port (idle).
• Fiscal Year 2025 DLA Standard Fuel Prices: Specifies the price for MGO (Marine Gas Oil) as $1,500.83 per metric ton, identified as SEACARD Open Market.
• Totals: Includes a section for total fuel price, which is currently listed as $0.0.

This document is relevant to bidders as it provides specific pricing information for fuel that may be a significant cost factor in the overall contract. Bidders can use this information to:

• Estimate their own fuel costs more accurately.
• Understand the government's provided pricing basis for fuel.
• Potentially use these figures in their cost proposals or pricing structures if required by the solicitation.