23-SIMACQ-02-0004 Barge Support Pt Mugu

The Naval Air Systems Command’s Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division requires a U.S. flag vessel or tug/barge unit with Coastwise endorsement for cargo transportation between Port Hueneme, California, and San Nicolas Island, California. The contract includes providing tug/barge service on an as-needed basis with 20 voyages anticipated each year, with up to 10 voyages available for cancellation at no cost to the Government. The contract is set to run from October 1, 2023, through September 30, 2028, and is a 100% Small Business Set Aside contract.

Services and products to be provided:

1. Tug/barge transportation service between Port Hueneme and San Nicolas Island.
2. Vessel/barge with specific dimensions and features, including a protective bulkhead, a ramp for cargo discharge and receipt, and sufficient permanent tie points for securely lashing down cargo.
3. Detailed diagrams of vessel deck and listing of cargo handling equipment on ship.
4. Ability to accomplish an operational landing at the Open-Ocean, Roll-On/Roll-Off (OO RO/RO) Cargo Pier on San Nicolas Island.
5. Compliance with federal and state regulations when transporting hazardous waste materials.