60-DAY DRY CARGO TIME OR VOYAGE CHARTER

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research to identify Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) vessels for a 60-day dry cargo time or voyage charter. The requirement involves transporting approximately 27,000 square feet of military cargo, specifically including CV-22 and MV-22 aircraft. A critical technical specification is a minimum door height of 20 feet to accommodate these aviation assets. The charter is scheduled to begin with a layday on September 1, 2026, with both delivery and redelivery taking place in San Diego, California. This inquiry covers both U.S. and foreign flag vessels. The information collected, including fuel consumption rates and militarily useful square footage, will be used to determine the acquisition strategy and technical feasibility of available commercial assets. This market research notice identifies requirements for a 60-day RO/RO vessel charter starting September 1, 2026. The vessel will be delivered and redelivered in San Diego, California. The government is evaluating the availability of vessels that meet specific technical standards, including door heights and fuel efficiency, to inform its acquisition strategy. The cargo includes specialized aviation assets, specifically CV-22 and MV-22 aircraft, which require a minimum door height of 20 feet.