Opportunity
SAM #N32205-SS-PM4-26-138
Sources Sought: U.S. Flag Tug for Open-Ocean Tow of USNS Catawba
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
July 08, 2026
Respond By
July 15, 2026
Identifier
N32205-SS-PM4-26-138
NAICS
488390, 483111
The Military Sealift Command Strategic Sealift Program Support Office (N103A) is seeking information from potential providers for a one-voyage open-ocean tow mission of the USNS Catawba (TATF 168). - Government Buyer: - Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office (N103A) - Mission Overview: - One-voyage tow of USNS Catawba from Subic Bay, Philippines to Honolulu, Hawaii - Vessel Requirements: - U.S. flag, ocean-going certified tug - Tug must be built in 1970 or later - Capable of towing at a minimum speed of 6 knots in Beaufort 5 sea conditions - Sufficient bollard pull for the mission - Services Requested: - Towing services for the specified route - Pre-tow conference - Independent marine surveyor services - Comprehensive towing package preparation - Position reporting - Laytime and Schedule: - Four days of laytime, with laydays between September 7 and 11 (year specified in attachment) - No specific OEMs or tug manufacturers are named; the opportunity is open to qualified U.S. flag tug operators meeting the requirements
Description
Please see attached Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-PM4-26-138