Description
The U.S. Navy’s Military Sealift Command is conducting market research for a 360‑day dry‑time spot charter of a roll‑on/roll‑off (RORO) or lift‑on/lift‑off (LO‑LO) vessel capable of moving at least 40,000 sq ft of rolling‑stock and general cargo in the Western Pacific, specifically Naha, Okinawa, Japan. Respondents must provide vessel specifications, draft data, berthing capacity for two sponsor personnel, daily charter rates (including hotel services), fuel consumption, and indicate availability for laydays beginning 8:00 local time on 28 Dec 2026. Separate information is also requested for Jones‑Act‑qualified vessels. The solicitation is a sources‑sought request for information, with the response deadline of 13 Oct 2026 (1100 EST).
• Required vessel type: U.S.‑flag or foreign‑flag RORO/LO‑LO with ≥ 40,000 sq ft cargo capacity and ability to moor alongside piers.
• Mandatory on‑board accommodation for at least two sponsor personnel; hotel services must be included in the daily rate.
• Provide daily charter rate, delivery/re‑delivery bonuses, fuel consumption (metric tons/day), and earliest layday availability.
• Separate pricing/availability for Jones‑Act‑qualified vessels is also required.