SAM #N3220526R6086

MSC Spot Charter: Jones Act Qualified Tug for Barge Tow from Philadelphia to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

This opportunity from the Military Sealift Command (MSC) seeks a U.S. Flag, Jones Act qualified, ocean-going certified tug for a spot charter to tow two flat barges from Philadelphia to Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. - Government Buyer: - Military Sealift Command (MSC), Department of the Navy, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, MSC HQS Norfolk - Primary Requirement: - One U.S. Flag, Jones Act qualified, ocean-going certified tug - Must be built in 1970 or later - Capable of towing flat barges YC 1684 and YC 1685 (each 110 ft length, 34 ft beam, max draft 11 ft 3 in) - Sufficient bollard pull for 6 knots towing speed - Full bunkering and endurance for the entire voyage without refueling - Equipped with internet and satellite phone capability - Compliance with U.S. Navy Tow Manual (SL740-AA-MAN-010) - Provision of tow bridle, emergency tow lines, flooding alarms, navigation lights, and day shapes per COLREGS - Includes Independent Marine Surveyor services and comprehensive towing package submission - Services Required: - Qualified crew: Captain, Deckhand, Engineer (must hold appropriate Coast Guard documentation/license) - Compliance with Department of Labor wage determinations and Executive Orders for paid sick leave and minimum wage - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vessel must be Jones Act qualified and U.S. Flag - Total small business set-aside - Spot charter for one voyage only (no extended term) - Departure: INACTSHIPS Philadelphia, PA - Destination: Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Seavey Island, Kittery, Maine - All work and crew must comply with U.S. Navy and Coast Guard standards - **No specific OEMs or named vendors; requirement is for a vessel meeting the above standards.

Description

RFP N3220526R6086 IS HEREBY POSTED

View original listing