J-16_USCG-MARAD_MOU_FEB-2013 v2.pdf

This document is a request for proposals from the Department of Transportation Maritime Administration regarding Vessel Acquisition Manager services to support the Ready Reserve Fleet Recapitalization. The Maritime Administration intends to acquire used vessels through a services contract with a company to procure, reflag, reclassify, modify, maintain, and operate vessel(s). The Vessel Acquisition Manager will identify commercial vessels suitable to replace Ready Reserve Force vessels or Military Sealift Command ships. Services include purchasing vessels through subcontracts, reflagging to U.S. flag in accordance with MARAD/USCG and MARAD/ABS memoranda of understanding, reclassifying as required, upgrading to military utility and baseline readiness, and providing integrated logistics support. The contractor may also provide custodial vessel services such as maintenance, repair, activation, operation, and deactivation. Proposals are due by the date specified in the attached request for proposals.