Layberthing of 3 RRF Vessels, Cape Henry, Cape Horn, and Cape Hudson in the West Coast of the United States

The US Department of Transportation Maritime Administration is seeking layberthing services for three Ready Reserve Force vessels - Cape Henry, Cape Horn, and Cape Hudson - currently located on the West Coast of the United States. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) was originally soliciting exclusive long-term safe layberth facility services with two contract duration options: a 10-year contract and a 5-year contract, allowing bidders to submit proposals for either or both alternatives. The solicitation required comprehensive layberth services including berthing, security, utility connections, electrical and water services, and compliance with specific maritime facility requirements such as heavy weather mooring plans and environmental regulations. The government intended to award to the lowest evaluated responsible bidder, with potential evaluation adjustments for HUBZone small business concerns. However, the solicitation has been canceled in its entirety to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation policy and procedures pertaining to required government approvals prior to solicitation issuance, with the original bid opening scheduled for August 22, 2025, now canceled.

This solicitation carried no set-aside designation and would have been open to all qualified contractors. The contract required facilities on the West Coast within navigable waterways, with potential locations ranging broadly along the coast and including inland waterways within 150 miles of open waters. The layberth facility must accommodate vessels with specific physical characteristics and support safe mooring in winds up to 130 mph, while providing comprehensive security measures and appropriate first responder capabilities. The procurement falls under NAICS code 488390 for Other Support Activities for Water Transportation. Prospective bidders will have an opportunity to bid on any future re-solicitation or related requirements for similar services once proper government approvals are obtained. The place of performance is specified as the United States, specifically the West Coast region.