86-Day Dry Cargo Time Charter

The Military Sealift Command seeks proposals for an 86-day dry cargo time charter to transport goods between the Military Ocean Terminal in Concord, California from December 12, 2022 to March 8, 2023. Offerors must have a vessel no larger than 656 feet with a maximum draft of 24.9 feet that can achieve a minimum speed of 13 knots and carry a minimum of 400 TEUs while meeting regulatory requirements. Proposals are due by October 24, 2022 and will be evaluated based on the proposed charter rate, fuel costs, health and safety plans, crew change procedures, and vessel certifications.

There is no set-aside designated for this solicitation. The place of performance will be Concord, CA. The charter period is 86 days, and the vessel requirements include a maximum size of 656 feet, draft of 24.9 feet, speed of 13 knots, and capacity of at least 400 TEUs. Standard clauses govern payment terms, contract administration, and the evaluation criteria include the proposed charter rate and fuel costs. The solicitation was issued by the Department of the Navy's Military Sealift Command.