Opportunity
SAM #N3220526R6122
69-Day Charter of NAVAIR-Certified RO/RO Vessel for Military Cargo Transport
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
July 24, 2026
Respond By
July 30, 2026
Identifier
N3220526R6122
NAICS
532411, 488390, 483111
This opportunity is a formal solicitation from the Military Sealift Command (MSC) for a 69-day dry cargo time charter of a Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) vessel to support military cargo transport and prepositioning. - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, MSC Norfolk (N103A) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vessel manufacturers are named; solicitation is open to all responsible sources with qualifying vessels - Products/Services Requested: - Charter of one RO/RO vessel (U.S. or foreign flag) - NAVAIR certified - Equipped with a ramp door - Main deck height of at least 20 feet - Minimum cargo capacity: 105,444 units (including CV-22 and MV-22 aircraft) - Minimum laden speed: 15 knots - Two supercargo personnel onboard - SIPR/NIPR communications capability - Lashing gear and detailed stow plan required - Fuel pricing set at $1,188.68 per metric ton of MGO/MDO - Reimbursable shipment coordination for DRAKE c-UAS system (if requested) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vessel must be NAVAIR certified and meet strict cargo and speed specifications - Government inspection rights and reporting per COMSCINST 3121.9 - Readiness, off-hire, and force protection provisions (up to 12 armed personnel) - Option for contractor security team if called out - Fuel consumption reporting/testing required - Charter is unrestricted and open to both U.S. and foreign flag vessels - Place of performance: San Diego, CA (no coastwise movements) - Charter period: approximately 69 days, starting 1 September 2026
Description
SEE ATTACHED RFP N3220526R6122