Description
The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command is conducting market research for a 21‑day dry‑cargo charter (time or voyage) using a U.S. or foreign‑flag roll‑on/roll‑off vessel capable of carrying approximately 11,190 sq ft of military cargo (helicopters, wheeled vehicles, break‑bulk). The charter would originate in San Diego, CA and redeploy to Yokohama, Japan, with a required 20‑ft door for CV‑22/MV‑22 aircraft. Respondents must provide vessel specifications, layday availability, charter rates (daily hire, bonuses, fuel consumption, lump‑sum or demurrage), deck space, super‑cargo capacity, and business size information. Small‑business status (≤1,050 employees) must be indicated, and large businesses should discuss potential subcontracting. Responses are due by 1100 hrs ET on 27 August 2026.
• Required vessel: RO/RO with 20‑ft door, deck height > 7'5".
• Cargo capacity: ~11,190 sq ft of military cargo.
• Route: San Diego, CA → Yokohama, Japan (21‑day charter period).
• Information requested: vessel description, layday, daily charter rate, fuel use, lump‑sum/demurrage, usable deck space, super‑cargo capacity, business size, subcontracting opportunities.
• Deadline: 27 August 2026 (email response).
• Contact: Eric Hatcher, Contracting Officer, MSC (email & phone provided).