Domestic and International Freight Logistics (FDT Program)

The contract pertains to the transportation of defense items through both domestic and international routes using U.S.-flag vessels under the FDT program, with terms structured as FOB Origin, meaning the responsibility and risk transfer to the buyer once the goods are loaded at the point of origin. This subcontract is part of the Department of Defense’s Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate’s broader logistics strategy to ensure secure and compliant movement of sensitive defense cargo, prioritizing vessels flagged under the United States to meet national security and regulatory requirements. The transportation scope encompasses complex international supply chains while adhering to U.S. maritime and defense export regulations. The solicitation, posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 7, 2026, is categorized under NAICS code 483111, indicating it relates to deep sea foreign transport of freight. The contract does not specify a set-aside status or a designated point of contact, and performance locations are not defined beyond the requirement to use U.S.-flag vessels. Interested parties must submit proposals through the DIBBS platform, and the effort is aligned with DoD objectives to maintain control over the logistics chain for defense material, leveraging domestic shipping capabilities to enhance supply chain resilience and compliance with federal transport mandates.