Small Harbor Tug (YTL) Request for Information Tender - 116831994

Procurement Summary

Country: USA

Summary: Small Harbor Tug (YTL) Request for Information (RFI)

Deadline: 10 Apr 2025

Posting Date: 27 Mar 2025

Other Information

Notice Type: Tender

TOT Ref.No.: 116831994

Document Ref. No.: N00024-25-R-2207

Competition: ICB

Financier: Self Financed

Purchaser Ownership: Public

Tender Value: Refer Document

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Description
This is a Request for Information (RFI) only, issued for informational and planning purposes. It does not constitute a commitment by the Government to issue a formal solicitation or contract, nor does it obligate the Government to pursue any specific acquisition alternative. Responding to this RFI is entirely voluntary, and the Government will not cover any costs incurred in doing so. Respondents are solely responsible for marking and identifying any proprietary information within their responses, as the Government assumes no liability for improperly marked data. Responses to this RFI do not constitute offers and will not be accepted as such. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future solicitation.The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) is seeking information from US-based shipyards regarding their capabilities in designing and constructing a new Small Harbor Tug (YTL). This Request for Information (RFI) is being issued to inform potential procurement strategies and does not constitute a guarantee of future work or a formal solicitation. The envisioned YTL will be a single vessel, approximately 60-65 feet in length, designed for ship-assist, towing, and escort duties. It will feature a modern azimuthing stern drive (ASD) configuration, exceeding the capabilities of legacy tugs. While built to commercial standards (ABS MVR), the YTL will need to meet specific Navy requirements. Key performance metrics include a minimum bollard pull of 60, 000 lbs ahead and 50, 000 lbs astern, a minimum speed of 10 knots, and a 48-hour endurance with a 4-person crew. Interested US-based shipyards are encouraged to respond with relevant information, as a formal RFP may be issued in the future. The Navy is requesting information from shipyards and boat builders capable of constructing the craft described above, to include:
Design and engineering support, whether in-house or subcontracted; Description of construction facilities, including a...
Active Contract Opportunity

Notice ID : N00024-25-R-2207

Related Notice

Department/Ind. Agency : DEPT OF DEFENSE

Sub-tier : DEPT OF THE NAVY

Major Command : NAVSEA

Sub Command : NAVSEA HQ

Office: NAVSEA HQ

General Information

Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)

Original Published Date: Mar 26, 2025 04:25 pm EDT

Original Response Date: Apr 10, 2025 04:00 pm EDT

Inactive Policy: 15 days after response date

Original Inactive Date: Apr 25, 2025

Initiative: None
Classification

Original Set Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

Product Service Code: 1925 - SPECIAL SERVICE VESSELS

NAICS Code: 336612 - Boat Building
Place of Performance: USA

Documents

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