SAM #N32205-SS-PM4-26-079

This opportunity seeks a U.S. flag, ocean-going certified tug for a one-time tow of a U.S. Army Runnymede-class Large Landing Craft (LCU) from Fort Eustis, Virginia to Yokohama, Japan, managed by the Military Sealift Command (MSC) Norfolk Strategic Sealift Program Support Office (N103A). - Government Buyer: - Military Sealift Command (MSC) Headquarters, Norfolk Strategic Sealift Program Support Office (N103A), Department of the Navy, Department of Defense - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; the requirement is for a U.S. flag tug operator with a vessel meeting technical specifications - Products/Services Requested: - Ocean-going certified tug (built 1970 or later) capable of towing a U.S. Army Runnymede-class LCU at 6 knots - Quantity: 1 tug - Must be fully bunkered, have sufficient bollard pull, and be equipped with internet and satellite phone - Must comply with U.S. Navy Tow Manual (SL740-AA-MAN-010) - Includes tow bridle, emergency tow lines, flooding alarms, navigation lights, day shapes per COLREGS, and non-destructive testing of deck fittings - Independent Marine Surveyor (IMS) services for technical evaluation, oversight, and towing certificate issuance - Quantity: 1 service - Pre-tow conference at Fort Eustis, VA - Quantity: 1 meeting - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Tug must be U.S. flag and built in 1970 or later - Must provide internet and satellite phone capability - IMS must be proposed by contractor and approved by MSC - Lump sum price includes up to four days of laytime at destination for customs and delivery - Position reports required up to four times daily during voyage - Place of Performance and Delivery: - Towing begins at Fort Eustis, Newport News, VA (military base) - Delivery at Yokohama, Japan - Contracting office at MSC HQS Norfolk, VA

Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-PM4-26-079 is hereby posted.