33-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) Strategic Sealift Program Office is conducting market research for a 33‑day dry‑cargo time charter to transport containerized ammunition from Southport, North Carolina to Rota, Spain. The government seeks price and availability information for U.S. or foreign‑flag, self‑sustaining vessels capable of carrying at least 600 TEUs, each meeting hazmat compatibility and segregation requirements for ammunition hazard classes 1.1C‑1.4S, 4.2G, 6.1G, and 9S (maximum TEU gross weight 44,000 lb, average 28,500 lb). Laydays commence/cancel on 12 July 2026. Interested parties must submit, by 1100 hours Eastern Time on 7 April 2026, via email to LCDR Amy Hutchings, a description of the vessel(s), confirmation of capacity for a minimum of two supercargo, daily charter rate (including any delivery/re‑delivery bonus), fuel consumption rates (metric tons, underway and in‑port), business size classification, and, for large businesses, potential sub‑contracting opportunities. Responses are for information only and do not constitute an offer; the small‑business size standard for NAICS 483111 is 1,050 employees.

Notice ID

95adf33313344f8aa83b4d30abd41e78

Solicitation Number

SS-26-084

NAICS Code

483111

Classification Code

V124