Opportunity
SAM #SS-26-136
Extended-Term Charter of Jones Act-Compliant Tanker for Military Sealift Command
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
July 01, 2026
Respond By
July 15, 2026
Identifier
SS-26-136
NAICS
532411, 483111, 483113
The Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office in Norfolk, VA, is seeking information for an extended-term charter of a U.S. flag Jones Act-compliant tanker for the US West Coast. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy - Military Sealift Command (MSC) - Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, Norfolk, VA - Primary Requirement: - Extended-term charter of one clean, U.S. flag Jones Act-compliant tanker - Vessel Specifications: - Must have segregated ballast tanks and an inert gas system - Minimum cargo capacity: 280,000 barrels (BBLs) for clean products (F76, JP5, JP8, JA1) - Maximum length overall (LOA): 204 meters - Maximum beam: 32.20 meters - Maximum deadweight tonnage: 50,000 metric tons - Equipped with a 10-ton boom/crane - Minimum speed: 13 knots - Capable of offshore and anchorage cargo operations - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vessel must be Jones Act-compliant (U.S. built, owned, and crewed) - Must be able to transport clean petroleum products - No specific OEMs or vessel manufacturers are named; the opportunity is open to all qualified sources meeting the requirements.
Description
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