Layberthing of Two MARAD's T-ACS RRF Vessels in the West Coast of the United States

The Maritime Administration (MARAD) has issued solicitation 693JF720B000002 as an Invitation for Bid (IFB) to secure layberthing services for three Ready Reserve Force (RRF) vessels: the Gem State, Grand Canyon State, and Keystone State. The contractor is responsible for providing berthing facilities and support for these ships along the West Coast of the United States. This procurement is classified under NAICS 488390, Other Support Activities for Water Transportation, and PSC V119, TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- TRANSPORTATION: OTHER. The notice specifies a Total Small Business Set-Aside (SBA).

A recent amendment to the solicitation, designated as Amendment 0001, updated various sections of the IFB including Sections B, C, J.5, L.7, and M.1. These modifications are incorporated into the revised solicitation body and identified in red font within the official documentation. The agency has provided two attachments related to this opportunity: the original solicitation file posted on July 2, 2020, and the amendment file posted on July 25, 2020. Bids must be submitted by the response deadline of August 5, 2020. Ken Egbuna serves as the primary point of contact for this requirement located within the United States.