TANKER (LNG) VOYAGE 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, Military Sealift Command (MSC), through its MSCHQ NORFOLK office, has issued a Sources Sought notice for market research to identify potential sources for a TANKER (LNG) VOYAGE CHARTER. This opportunity seeks information on U.S. or foreign flag vessels capable of transporting a minimum of 50,000 MMBTU (approximately 2,200 CBM) of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) from Portland Bight, Jamaica, to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay (NSGB), Cuba. The charter is intended to support a storage requirement and the initial LNG delivery to a new terminal. Responses are due by April 16, 2026.
Scope of Work
MSC requires a vessel to transport LNG with specific technical and operational parameters. Key Requirements include:
- Cargo: Minimum 50,000 MMBTU (approx. 2,200 CBM) of LNG.
- Vessel Specifications: Maximum displacement of 41,000 metric tons, length overall 256 meters, laden draft 10 meters, and beam 32 meters. Gross volumetric capacity should range from 4,000 to 15,000 cubic meters. The vessel must support LNG pump-out pressure of 150 PSIG and an unloading rate of 250 CUM/HR, utilizing a flanged connection with Powered Emergency Release Coupling (PERC) to a 6” LNG hose and an Emergency Shutdown (ESD) umbilical. LNG saturated pressure should be between 5-20 PSIG (average 10 PSIG).
- Operational Requirements: The carrier must perform its own mooring analysis, meeting UFC 4-159-03 Mooring Service Type I requirements (35 knots sustained winds, 1 knot current). Discharge terms are 250 CBM per hour, daylight only, WWD SHEX.
- Ports: Loading at Portland Bight, Jamaica; discharging at Naval Base, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.
Contract Details
This is a request for information only for market research purposes. Responses are not considered offers, and the government will not reimburse any costs incurred in preparing or submitting responses.
Submission & Evaluation
Interested parties must provide:
- Company name, telephone, email, and Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
- Small business standing (Small, Large, HUBZone).
- Vessel name, complete description (including flag), lump-sum and demurrage rates.
- A statement affirming the vessel meets all specified requirements.
- Indicate if vessels can meet the following Laycan Dates: April 27 – May 01, 2026; May 18 – May 22, 2026; or June 08 – June 12, 2026.
- Any other pertinent questions or comments.
Responses are due prior to 1100 hours, Eastern Time, Thursday, April 16, 2026. Submissions should be made via email.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
The NAICS code for this service is 483111 (Marine Charter For Things), with a small business size standard of 1,050 employees. Respondents must indicate their small business concern status. Large businesses are requested to provide details regarding possible sub-contracting opportunities.
Point of Contact
For inquiries, contact Jordan Morrison at JORDAN.A.MORRISON5.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or 564-230-3633.