Ice Class Tanker - Sources Sought

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is seeking information about the price and availability of an ice-class tanker that meets specific requirements. The vessel should have a minimum ice-class rating, be twin-screw or have a bowthruster, and have an age less than 20 years throughout the life of the charter. The vessel should also be able to call on McMurdo, Antarctica, and be SOLAS approved for non-coastwise voyages. The charter period will be for 365 days, with options to extend for up to four years. Interested parties are requested to provide information about their company, vessel, and pricing. • The vessel should have a minimum ice-class rating of GL-E2, ABS-B0, F-S-1B, or equivalent. • The vessel should be twin-screw or have a bowthruster. • The vessel should have an age less than 20 years throughout the life of the charter. • The vessel should be able to call on McMurdo, Antarctica. • The vessel should be SOLAS approved for non-coastwise voyages. • The charter period will be for 365 days, with options to extend for up to four years.