Opportunity
SAM #N3220526R6134
75-Day Dry Cargo Vessel Charter for Military Ammunition and HAZMAT Transport
Buyer
MSC Norfolk
Posted
September 11, 2026
Respond By
September 17, 2026
Identifier
N3220526R6134
NAICS
483111, 488390
This opportunity is a formal solicitation from the Military Sealift Command (MSC), Department of the Navy, for a 75-day dry cargo time charter to support military logistics: - Government Buyer: - Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC) - Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, N103A, MSC Norfolk - Scope of Work: - Charter of a U.S. or foreign flag, self-sustaining vessel for worldwide transportation and prepositioning of military cargo - Vessel must carry at least 600 TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) of containerized ammunition, hazardous cargo, explosives, ammunition, vehicles, and general cargo - Vessel must meet all regulatory HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requirements - Minimum laden speed of 13 knots required - Vessel must be self-sustaining (able to load/unload without shore-side assistance) - Includes provision of supercargo, lashing gear, spreader bar, segregation of munitions, vessel certificates, stow plan, and fully bunkered status - Notable Requirements: - Government inspection rights and reporting per COMSCINST 3121.9 - Fuel consumption reporting/testing - Readiness/off-hire provisions - Force protection measures (up to 12 armed personnel); possible contractor security team if called out - Reimbursable shipment coordination for DRAKE c-UAS system if requested - Place of Performance: - Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, NC (delivery/redelivery) - Potential operations worldwide (e.g., Gibraltar, Spain, New York, Norfolk, San Diego) - Set-Aside: - 100% small business set-aside under NAICS 483111 - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vessel manufacturers are named; open to qualified vessel owners/operators - Period of Performance: - Base period of approximately 75 days, with three additional 75-day option periods - Submission Requirements: - Ship name, price, and signature required for proposal submission - Additional Details: - Hire is earned every 15 days during the charter period - Options may be exercised at the Charterer’s sole discretion
Description
RFP N3220526R6134 is hereby released. See attached supporting documents.