Request for Information (RFI) regarding the potential to lease new RO/ROs vessels.
The Maritime Administration (MARAD) is researching a hybrid acquisition strategy to lease or purchase up to 10 new Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) vessels. This Sources Sought notice, solicitation 06032026, explores adapting the Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) model to support both direct government purchases and private leasing. The proposed approach involves a four-ship block buy where the first two vessels are government-owned and the remaining two are privately financed and leased back to the government for 20 years. Technical requirements cover propulsion, maneuvering, and accommodations. Responses are due by July 6, 2026, and will help define the final acquisition strategy. MARAD is evaluating the feasibility of leasing new RO/RO vessels using a modified acquisition framework. MARAD is looking to recapitalize the National Defense Reserve Fleet with up to 10 new RO/RO vessels.
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Contact and place of performance
Brett Scrum
Washington, DC 20590
USA
MARAD is investigating the potential to lease new RO/ROs vessels. Specifically, MARAD is gathering information on tailoring the proven Vessel Construction Manager (VCM) acquisition approach for the National Security Multi-Mission Vessel to allow the Government to purchase or lease vessels on the same contract.
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