ICE-CLASS TANKER (EXTENDED TERM CHARTER)

The Military Sealift Command (MSC) is conducting market research to gauge price and availability for a U.S.-flagged, double‑hull, ice‑class tanker on an extended‑term charter. The vessel must meet strict ice‑class ratings, carry various clean fuels (JP5, JP8, F76, etc.), and be equipped with specialized cargo handling stations (two CON‑SOL stations and one Fuel Delivery Station) within specified time frames after award. MSC seeks detailed vessel specifications, stowage plans, daily charter rates, fuel consumption data, and cost/timeline for installing the required equipment. Responses are due by 1600 ET on 23 September 2026. • Required vessel: U.S. flag, double‑hull, ice‑class (GL‑E2/ABS‑B0/F‑S‑1B or equivalent), ≤20 years old, ≤200 m LOA, ≤45,000 MT DWT, capable of loading ≥150,000 BBL JP‑8 and ≥230,000 BBL JP‑5. • Must include two starboard CON‑SOL stations (installed 6 months post‑award) and one port‑side Fuel Delivery Station (installed ≤1 year). • Charter period: 1 year base with up to four optional extensions (total up to ~5 years). • Lay‑days start 24 Jun 2027; cancellation possible 22 Oct 2027. • Delivery/Redelivery ports: Mediterranean Sea; operating worldwide, including Antarctic and Greenland waters. • Required documentation: vessel certificates, IMO Polar Code compliance, stowage plans, daily charter/fuel rates, installation cost estimates, and readiness schedule.