Domestic and International Freight / Ocean Transportation

The contract encompasses the transportation of defense filter elements via U.S.-flag vessels for both international delivery and domestic freight, strictly adhering to DFARS 252.247-7023 requirements which mandate the use of American-owned, -crewed, and -flagged vessels for defense-related ocean shipments. All shipments must comply with FOB origin terms, meaning responsibility and risk transfer to the buyer at the point of origin, and the carrier must ensure end-to-end logistics meet stringent defense supply chain protocols. The work is specifically tied to maritime transport, with no allowance for foreign-flagged or non-compliant vessels, and performance is centered at San Diego, California, with the exact delivery locations determined by defense logistics needs. Issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain office, this opportunity has a posting date of August 9, 2026, with responses due by August 20, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 483111 identifies this as ocean freight transportation by U.S.-flag vessels. While no set-aside designation is specified, the nature of the work inherently favors qualified maritime contractors with proven experience in defense transportation, regulatory compliance, and secure logistics. The contract is accessible through the DIBBS system, and all proposers must demonstrate capability to meet the stringent regulatory, operational, and geographic requirements specified for transporting sensitive defense components across global and domestic routes.