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This Sources Sought opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on February 25, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

180-day Dry Cargo Time Charter w/ One 180-day Option

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N32205-SS-PM4-26-062Federal

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Solicitation # N32205-SS-N35C-27-021
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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

VA, JPN

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
Contacts2 people available
OfficeNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA
Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
Office AddressNORFOLK, VA, 23511-2313, USA
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