Opportunity
SAM #SS-26-162
MSC seeks extended-term charter of U.S. flag ice-class tanker
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
September 02, 2026
Respond By
September 16, 2026
Identifier
SS-26-162
NAICS
483111, 532411
The Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office in Norfolk, VA, is seeking information for an extended-term charter of a specialized tanker vessel. - Government Buyer: - Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, Norfolk, VA - Requested Product/Service: - Charter of one clean, approved, U.S. flag double hull, ice-class tanker - Vessel must be under 20 years old - Must comply with MARPOL/SOLAS and IMO Polar Code - Equipped with: - 2 Naval Surface Warfare Center-Port Hueneme Division approved CONSOL stations (starboard side) - 1 Fuel Delivery Station (FDS) (port side) - Segregated ballast tanks and inert gas system - Capable of carrying clean products (F76, JP5, JP8, JA1, AN8, MUM) - Must meet detailed technical specifications including ice-class rating, cargo capacity, and equipment requirements - Delivery and redelivery in the Mediterranean Sea - Period of Performance: - Base year plus four option years (three one-year options and one 11-month option) - Unique Requirements: - Vessel must be U.S. flag, double hull, ice-class certified, and approved for use - Must operate worldwide and meet strict age and compliance standards - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned; respondents must provide detailed vessel and pricing information.
Description
MSC requests information about the price and availability of one, clean, approved, U.S. flag double hull, ice-class tanker.
See attached Sources Sought Notice for full details.