# SAM #N3220526R6136

MSC Norfolk Solicitation for 85-Day Ice Class LO/LO Vessel Charter and Support Services

**Buyer:** MSC Norfolk
**Posted:** September 24, 2026
**Respond By:** October 01, 2026
**Identifier:** N3220526R6136
**NAICS:** 483111, 488390, 488320, 532411

Military Sealift Command Norfolk is seeking proposals for an 85-day dry cargo time charter to support worldwide military resupply and prepositioning operations.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSC), Strategic Sealift Program Support Office (N103A)
  - Contracting office located at Naval Station Norfolk, VA
- Vessel Requirements:
  - One U.S. or foreign flag, ice class, self-sustaining Lift-On/Lift-Off (LO/LO) breakbulk vessel
  - Minimum capacity: 750 TEUs (average container weight 30,000 lbs)
  - Minimum 50 reefer plugs (230V/60HZ/3 PHASE)
  - Two cranes with 100 MT lifting capacity each
  - 20-foot and 40-foot ISO container spreader bars
  - Maximum vessel length: 180 meters; laden draft ≤9.7 meters
  - Minimum speed: 15 knots laden; minimum range: 10,000 nautical miles unrefueled
  - IMO Polar Code Classification C and MARPOL compliance
  - Fully bunkered with Marine Gas Oil (MGO); fuel pricing set at $1,188.68/MT
  - All certifications must be current for charter duration
- Services Requested:
  - Supercargo and onboard technician services
    - Minimum three supercargo: one NSF refrigeration technician (sponsor-provided), one crane technician (owner/offeror provided), one ice pilot (owner/offeror provided)
    - Ice pilot required at Port Lyttleton, New Zealand; crane technician required at McMurdo Station port call
  - Force protection measures: up to 12 armed personnel may be required
  - Government inspection rights, readiness/off-hire provisions, and reporting per COMSCINST 3121.9
  - Fuel consumption reporting/testing
  - Reimbursable shipment coordination for DRAKE c-UAS system (if requested)
- Notable Requirements:
  - Vessel must be ice class and self-sustaining for cargo handling
  - Capable of transporting hazardous cargo, explosives, ammunition, vehicles, and containers
  - Total small business set-aside under NAICS 483111
  - Option periods may be exercised at the Charterer’s sole discretion

### Description

<p>RFP N3220526R6136 IS HEREBY RELEASED.&nbsp; SEE ATTACHED DOCUMENTS.</p>

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