Domestic and International Freight Logistics (U.S.-Flagged Vessels)

The contract involves providing domestic and international freight logistics services using U.S.-flagged vessels for overseas shipments under the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain. It requires full compliance with the Jones Act and Defense Logistics Agency shipping directives, ensuring all shipping activities adhere to federal regulations governing maritime transport and military logistics. Essential responsibilities include the accurate preparation and management of ocean bills of lading and the coordination of end-to-end transportation operations, with performance centered at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, 17070-5002. This is a subcontract opportunity classified under NAICS code 483110 for Ocean Transportation of Bulk Cargo, with a response deadline of August 13, 2026. The solicitation is open to qualified vendors capable of supporting military supply chain needs through secure, compliant, and reliable maritime freight solutions using only U.S.-registered ships. While no specific set-aside status is indicated, the requirement demands expertise in defense logistics, strict regulatory adherence, and operational readiness to meet DLA standards for timing, documentation, and delivery of international cargo.