Bareboat charter lease

The United States Special Operations Command is seeking a bareboat charter lease for an ocean-going yacht to support Naval Special Warfare Command operations. The solicitation requires a vessel between 70-120 feet in length with specific technical capabilities including less than 5,000 engine hours, cruise speed of at least 7 knots, 1,000 nautical mile range, and comprehensive navigation and safety equipment. The vessel must accommodate seven personnel with sleeping quarters, multiple heads with showers, air conditioning, and kitchen facilities, while the government will provide a US Coast Guard credentialed captain and fuel during operations. The contract will be evaluated using a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable methodology, requiring complete compliance with the technical matrix and valid System for Award Management registration. Offerors must submit their quotes by August 18, 2025 at 12:00 PM, demonstrating full technical compliance with all specifications outlined in the detailed technical matrix.

Despite the general solicitation description indicating no set-aside, the actual solicitation document specifies this opportunity is set aside for Women-Owned Small Business concerns, specifically those certified as Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business. The contract covers an 11-day charter period from September 16-26, 2025, operating between Mobile, Alabama and Tallahassee, Florida with performance at John C. Stennis Space Center in Mississippi. The vessel must be rated between 100-200 Gross Registered Tons and equipped with specific capacities including 1,000 gallons fuel storage, 300 gallons fresh water, and waste water systems. The contractor remains responsible for vessel maintenance, repairs, and regulatory compliance throughout the charter period. No incumbent contractors or specific budget ranges are identified in the solicitation documents, with pricing to be submitted under CLIN 0001 on the standard government form SF1449.