Domestic and International Freight Transportation (FDT)

The contract calls for domestic and international freight transportation services under the FOB Origin terms to deliver cargo hooks to the Defense Logistics Agency in Jacksonville, Florida, with a mandatory requirement that ocean transport be conducted via U.S.-flag vessels unless a waiver is granted. This subcontract, classified under NAICS code 484220 for truck transportation and related services, is issued by the Aviation Supply Chain ESOC Buys unit of the Department of Defense, targeting vendors capable of handling secure, timely, and compliant movement of military cargo. The opportunity was posted on July 20, 2026, with a strict response deadline of July 23, 2026, indicating a rapid procurement timeline requiring immediate attention from qualified contractors. Performance is centered at Jacksonville, Florida, with the exact delivery point identified by the zip code 32226-3404, ensuring precision in logistics coordination. While the contract does not specify set-aside classification or detailed subcontracting requirements, the U.S.-flag vessel mandate imposes significant operational constraints on international segments, favoring carriers with access to compliant maritime assets. The absence of a designated point of contact and full office address suggests the procurement is being managed through the DIBBS platform, where all documentation and communication must occur digitally. Vendors must ensure full compliance with federal transportation regulations, particularly those governing defense cargo transport and foreign flag vessel restrictions, and should prepare bids that demonstrate capacity for end-to-end routing, customs clearance, and timely delivery to meet DLA’s mission-critical supply chain needs.