Description
The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is seeking information about the price and availability of U.S. flag vessels capable of carrying ISO containers of hazardous material on a time charter basis. The vessel must meet certain requirements, including a maximum length overall of 568 feet, a maximum laden draft of 35 feet, and a minimum laden speed of 15 kts. The charter period is about 23 days, and the place of delivery and redelivery are Yokosuka, Japan, and Bremerton, Washington, USA, respectively.
• The vessel must be able to carry a maximum of six 20-foot ISO containers, with four of them being DOT hazmat (class 7 and 8) and two being general cargo.
• The vessel must have adequate devices to ensure proper tie-down and safe stowage of containers.
• The vessel must be able to pass TEU's over the side of the vessel on the port side at approximately 250 feet from the stern.
• The vessel must not have any obstructions within 20 feet, either forward or aft, of the area that the container will pass over the side of the ship.