365-day Dry Cargo Time Charter

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk is seeking proposals for a 365-day dry cargo time charter. The charter requires a U.S. flag, Jones Act, self-sustaining Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) with a minimum of 3,500 square feet of unobstructed cargo deck space, a crane capable of lifting 20 tons at an outreach of 30 feet, and a maximum laden draft of 6 meters. The vessel must be able to carry HAZCLAS 1 cargo and have a minimum of four reefer plugs. The charter period will commence on September 1, 2026, and end on September 30, 2026. The offeror's price proposal will be evaluated based on the value of the charter hire rate(s) offered for the entire charter period. Some key requirements include: • A minimum of 3,500 square feet of unobstructed cargo deck space with a minimum cargo deck strength of 1,000 pounds per square foot • A crane capable of lifting 20 tons at an outreach of 30 feet • Maximum laden draft 6 meters • Ability to carry HAZCLAS 1 cargo • A minimum of four reefer plugs • Minimum Laden Speed shall be 10 knots