Domestic and International Freight & Ocean Transport (U.S.-Flag Vessels)

The contract requires the arrangement and management of ocean and domestic freight transportation using exclusively U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring full compliance with Department of Defense logistics standards and shipping documentation protocols. All services must align with DoD requirements for secure, reliable, and documented movement of cargo, both internationally and within the United States, under the supervision of the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys division. Performance is centered at Fort Eustis, Virginia, with the contractor responsible for end-to-end coordination of vessel scheduling, regulatory adherence, and documentation accuracy throughout the supply chain. The solicitation, posted on July 30, 2026, has a response deadline of August 10, 2026, and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 483111, which pertains to deep sea foreign commerce shipping. There is no specified set-aside type, and while no point of contact is listed, interested parties must submit proposals through the DIBBS portal using the provided solicitation number. The contract emphasizes the use of U.S.-owned and flagged maritime assets, reinforcing national security and domestic shipping infrastructure priorities as mandated by federal regulations and DoD policy.