37-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program is seeking information about the price and availability of U.S. and foreign flag, self-sustaining vessels capable of carrying a portion of 171,575 sqft of military cargo. The cargo includes tracked and wheeled vehicles and breakbulk. The charter period is approximately 37 days, with delivery at Charleston, SC, and redelivery at Agila Subic Port, Philippines. Interested parties are requested to provide information about their vessels, including daily charter hire rate, fuel consumption rates, and proposed laydays. • The charter period is expected to commence on 12 April 2026. • The cargo capacity deemed militarily useful is based on a RO/RO vessel deck height that exceeds 7'5" clearance. • The Federal Acquisition Regulation 19.102 establishes the small business size standard for this type of water transportation service as NAICS "483111" with a small business size limitation of 1,050 employees.