Barge Support

Background
The 3rd Expeditionary Contracting Platoon (ECP) is issuing this solicitation for barge transportation services from Naha Military Port to Ie Shima Port, including material handling support at Ie Shima Port.

This requirement supports the Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 in deploying capabilities for the Resolute Dragon 2025 exercise at Ie Shima Training Facility, Japan. The contract aims to ensure safe and efficient transportation of military equipment as part of the U.S. Government's operational requirements.

Work Details
The contractor shall provide barge support that meets all license, registration, permit, and insurance requirements per host country regulations. Responsibilities include:
- Safe transportation of equipment while loaded on the barge, including securing the load.
- Employing a roll-on/roll-off type vessel with a minimum of 400 square meters of deck space capable of transporting specified cargo.
- Providing material handling support capable of lifting up to 10,000 pounds (4,535 kilograms) at Ie Shima Port.
- Operating contractor-provided material handling equipment while U.S. Government personnel will operate all U.S. Government-owned equipment.
- Ensuring permissible sea state and tide conditions for safe travel.
- Scheduling with authorities at Naha Military Port and Ie Shima Port after receiving scheduling requests from the U.S. Government's technical representative.

Period of Performance
The contract performance is expected to occur during specific dates: September 3-7 and September 27-30, 2025.

Place of Performance
Primary Seaport of Embarkation: Naha Military Port, Okinawa, Japan; Primary Seaport of Debarkation: Ie Shima Port, Okinawa, Japan.