The Government is seeking interested contractors that are capable of performing Stevedoring Services described in the attached Draft PWS for NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Sigonella site Rota, Spain.
Overview
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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, specifically NAVSUP FLC Sigonella Naples Office, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI) for Stevedoring Services at its Rota Site in Spain. The government is seeking capable contractors to provide services for loading and stowing subsistence and supplies onboard U.S. Navy vessels and transient units. A 5-Year Agreement is being contemplated, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2026. Responses are due by March 27, 2026, at 11:00 Local Rota time, Spain.
Scope of Work
The required services involve comprehensive Maritime Material Handling Load and Stow Services. This includes:
- Coordinating on-load projects, encompassing scheduling, loading, and stowage of provisions and supplies.
- Loading and stowing subsistence and supplies onto ships, utilizing methods such as daisy chain or dolly/cart/conveyor.
- Performing limited stock rotation and provisions relocation within ship storerooms.
- Cleaning up debris generated during the transport of stores. The place of performance is on the pier at NAVSTA Rota, Spain, and onboard U.S. Navy ships berthed at NAVSTA Rota.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Anticipated Agreement: 5-Year Agreement, commencing July 1, 2026.
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Product Service Code: M2BZ (Husbanding Services—Other Port Services).
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 11:00 Local Rota time, Spain.
- Published: March 23, 2026.
Submission Requirements
Interested and capable companies should submit:
- An email response stating interest.
- An overview of capabilities and experience for similar services in the same or related industry, not exceeding two pages. This should specifically address the ability to provide stevedoring services with 24 hours' notice.
- Questions and comments referencing pertinent PWS paragraphs. Respondents must comply with local Spanish labor laws, insurance, regulations, and be duly authorized to operate and do business in Spain.
Special Requirements
- Estimated Volume: Approximately 220 pallets per month, with an average of 30 pallets per evolution.
- Work Hours: 0800 to 1600, seven days a week, including holidays.
- Physical Demands: Contractors may be subject to hot and inclement weather and must be able to lift/carry items up to 60 lbs.
- Personnel: At least one English-speaking representative must be present during performance.
- Government Furnished Property: Cranes, conveyors, lifting equipment, government-owned forklifts, and trucks will be provided when available.
- Deliverables: Monthly Status Report and a Quality Control Plan (QCP) within five working days of contract start.
- Government Notification: 24-hour advance notice for anticipated provisions deliveries and cancellations.
Additional Notes
This is solely for market research purposes and does not constitute a Request for Quote or Proposals, nor does it commit the U.S. Government to a contract. The attached Draft Performance Work Statement (PWS) is subject to change.