Dry cargo open-ocean tow
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- N32205-SS-PM4-25-033
- Agency
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Military Sealift Command
Department of the Navy, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 483111 Deep Sea Freight Transportation
- Place of performance
- United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Military Sealift Command is seeking a U.S. flag, ocean-going certified tug capable of towing berthing barge YRBM-58 for a single voyage from Naval Base San Diego, CA to Naval Base Guam, Apra Harbor. The tug must be built in 1970 or later and demonstrate sufficient bollard pull to tow the 1,195.02 LT barge (measuring 151'10 5/8" length and 49'11 3/8" beam) at a minimum speed of 6 knots in Beaufort 5 conditions. Key contract requirements include internet/satellite phone capability, independent marine surveyor certification, contractor-provided tow bridle and hardware, emergency tow line, and flooding alarms. Responses are due by 1000 ET on February 13, 2025, and must include comprehensive vessel details, lump sum pricing, itinerary specifics, and business size status. Evaluation will likely focus on vessel capabilities, technical compliance, pricing, and the contractor's ability to meet precise maritime transportation specifications.
There are no specific set-aside designations for this contract, which falls under NAICS category 483111 (Deep Sea Freight Transportation) with a 1,050 employee size standard. The tow mission is scheduled for departure between June 16-22, 2025, with an underway deadline no later than June 23, 2025. While specific award values are not detailed in the pre-solicitation notice, contractors will be expected to provide comprehensive pricing that includes the towing service and four days at the destination. The contract appears focused on a precise, time-sensitive maritime transportation requirement with specific technical and operational constraints. Interested contractors must carefully review the Sources Sought Notice and ensure their vessels and operational capabilities fully meet the Military Sealift Command's stringent requirements for this specialized marine transportation task.
Notice text
Please see attached Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-PM4-25-033
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 25-033 SS Notice.pdf |
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