Description
The U.S. Navy seeks a Jones‑Act qualified, U.S. flagged Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) on a fixed‑price, time‑charter basis to support submarine rescue operations, sea‑trials, and other fleet missions in the Hampton Roads area. The charter includes a base period of one year with up to four optional extensions (three one‑year options and one 11‑month option), and the vessel must be ready for lay‑days 18 Feb 2027 – 19 May 2027. The contractor must provide crew, meet security clearance requirements, and comply with extensive reporting, insurance, and safety standards.
• Provide a commercial vessel capable of supporting Submarine Rescue Diving & Re‑compression System (SRDRS) with ≥ 6,000 sq ft contiguous deck space.
• Maintain daily charter hire rates, fuel‑monitoring, and quarterly reporting; all costs reimbursable per contract terms.
• Deliver required certifications (U.S. flag, Jones Act eligibility, classification, insurance) and satisfy Secret‑level security clearance for crew and facilities.