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U.S. Department Of Defense·United States of America

ESD 26R0018 SOLICITATION

Closes 10/30/2026$10M – $20MRequest for Proposal
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Description

The Military Sealift Command is seeking a contractor to operate and maintain its Expeditionary Transfer Dock (ESD) vessels. The contractor must keep the ships mission‑ready at all times, comply with U.S. Coast Guard and ABS regulations, maintain valid certifications, and possess a SECRET facilities clearance for both the firm and its personnel. The award will be a single fixed‑price contract with pass‑through elements, selected via a trade‑off source‑selection process. • Operate and maintain ESD vessels to support assigned missions, ensuring continuous readiness. • Maintain all required USCG Certificates of Inspection and ABS classifications throughout the contract period. • Provide personnel who hold SECRET security clearances and manage the vessels in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. • Deliver services under a fixed‑price, pass‑through contract structure. • Must demonstrate technical acceptability as defined in the solicitation.

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Contact

Ray Cruz(primary)

[email protected]

(564) 226-3190

Key dates

Opened
10/14/2026
Closes
10/30/2026

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Shipping Services
NAICS
483111
Solicitation №
N3220526R1018

Budget estimate

$10,000,000 – $20,000,000

Based on typical Navy O&M contracts for a small fleet of specialized vessels, total contract values often range between $10 million and $20 million over the life of the contract. Factors influencing the estimate include the number of vessels, required Secret‑clearance staffing, compliance with USCG/ABS standards, and the fixed‑price, pass‑through contract structure.

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