365-day Dry Cargo Time Charter

The Department of the Navy, Military Sealift Command (MSCHQ Norfolk), has issued a pre-solicitation notice under solicitation number N3220526R6098 for a 365-day dry cargo time charter. This requirement is for one U.S. flag, Jones Act, self-sustaining Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) to support operations in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The vessel must feature at least 3,500 square feet of unobstructed cargo deck space with a minimum strength of 1,000 pounds per square foot, a crane capable of lifting 20 tons at a 30-foot outreach, and a maximum laden draft of 6 meters. Additionally, the OSV must be capable of carrying HAZCLAS 1 cargo, provide at least four reefer plugs, and maintain a minimum laden speed of 10 knots.

This procurement is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA), following a decision supported by a recent sources sought notice and concurrence from the Director of Small Business Programs. The applicable North American Industry Classification System code is 483111 Deep Sea Freight Transportation, and the Product Service Code is V124 TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: MARINE CHARTER. While all responsible sources may submit a proposal, the solicitation is structured to fulfill the agency's requirement through small business participation.

The performance period is approximately 365 days, with delivery and redelivery occurring in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. The layday period begins on September 1, 2026, and cancels on September 30, 2026, within which offerors must specify a five-day window. Responses to this notice are due by June 11, 2026. LCDR Amy Hutchings and Michelle James serve as the primary points of contact for this fiscal year 2026 action.