Defense Logistics Support & Shipment Management

The contract entails comprehensive logistics coordination, packaging, and secure shipment of hardware from the contractor’s origin to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Virginia, operating under FOB Origin terms which place responsibility for transportation and associated risks on the buyer once the goods leave the contractor’s facility. All packaging and labeling must strictly adhere to Department of Defense compliance standards, including accurate identification, tracking markers, and documentation required for military logistics systems. The contractor is also obligated to provide full reporting throughout the shipment lifecycle to ensure end-to-end visibility and accountability as mandated by DoD regulations. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 484220 for general freight trucking and is issued by the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys division of the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 23, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for proposers to demonstrate capability, capacity, and compliance readiness. While no specific set-aside classification is indicated, the requirement necessitates proven experience in handling sensitive military hardware with stringent documentation and delivery protocols. The place of performance is fixed at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and bidders must align their operations with DoD supply chain standards to qualify.