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U.S. Department Of Defense·Virginia

50-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Closes 5/28/2026$2.5M – $5MRequest for Information
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Description

The Military Sealift Command is seeking information about the price and availability of U.S. and foreign flag, roll-on/roll-off (RO/RO) vessels capable of carrying a portion of 400,000 square feet of military cargo. The cargo specifics include tracked and wheeled vehicles and breakbulk. The charter period is about 50 days, and the delivery and redelivery ports are both in Tacoma, Washington. Interested parties are requested to provide information about their vessels, including name and description, daily charter hire rate, fuel consumption rates, and militarily useful square feet of vessel deck space. Some key points to consider: • The charter period is about 50 days • The delivery and redelivery ports are both in Tacoma, Washington • The cargo specifics include tracked and wheeled vehicles and breakbulk • Interested parties are requested to provide information about their vessels • The point of contact is Eric Hatcher, and responses are requested via email prior to 1100 hours, Eastern Time, Thursday, 28 May 2026

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Contact

Eric Hatcher(Contracting Officer)

[email protected]

(564) 230-3114

Key dates

Opened
5/26/2026
Closes
5/28/2026
Duration
50 days

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Information
Industry
Transportation and Public Transit
NAICS
483111
Solicitation №
N32205-SS-N321-26-117

Budget estimate

$2,500,000 – $5,000,000

The budget for this opportunity is difficult to estimate because the document does not provide a specific amount. However, based on the information provided, it is possible to make an educated guess. The charter period is about 50 days, and the vessel will be required to carry a portion of 400,000 square feet of military cargo. The daily charter hire rate will depend on the type and size of the vessel, as well as the fuel consumption rates. Assuming a daily charter hire rate of $50,000 to $100,000, the total budget for the 50-day charter period could be in the range of $2,500,000 to $5,000,000. Additionally, there may be delivery and redelivery bonuses, which could increase the total budget.

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