59-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command is conducting market research for a 59‑day dry‑cargo time charter of U.S. or foreign‑flag roll‑on/roll‑off vessels capable of transporting approximately 180,000 square feet of military cargo (tracked and wheeled vehicles, breakbulk, and helicopters). The charter would originate and terminate at Charleston, SC, with subsequent Mediterranean port calls before returning to the U.S. Respondents must provide vessel specifications, daily charter rates, fuel consumption data, deck space, layday availability, and company information, including size and HUB‑Zone status. This is a Sources Sought Notice (RFI) – no contract award is guaranteed, and responses are due by 1100 EST on 8 Oct 2026. • Required cargo capacity: ~180,000 sq ft for military vehicles and helicopters. • Vessel type: RO/RO with stern ramp and adequate deck height clearances. • Charter period: ~59 days, layday starting 22 Nov 2026. • Delivery/Redelivery port: Charleston, SC (USA). • Information requested: vessel description, daily hire rate, fuel rates, usable deck space, super‑cargo capability, layday confirmation, company details (CAGE, size, HUB‑Zone, subcontracting). • Small‑business size standard: ≤1,050 employees (NAICS 483111). • Response method: email to David Hamilton by 08 Oct 2026.