Domestic and International Logistics / Ocean Transport Compliance

This contract requires the arrangement of domestic and international ocean shipping services with strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel requirements as mandated by defense regulations, ensuring compliance with federal statutes governing military transportation logistics. The work involves end-to-end logistics planning and execution, including coordination of cargo movement across borders while meeting stringent maritime compliance standards tied to national defense obligations. All services must be performed under the oversight of the Department of Defense through its Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support organization, with performance centered in Texarkana, Texas, 75507-5000. This is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 483110 for ocean transport. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, with proposals due by July 27, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract. The requirement is not open to large businesses or joint ventures unless they meet small business eligibility criteria under the FAR 19.5 provisions. Contractors must demonstrate proven capability in U.S.-flagged ocean shipping, familiarity with defense logistics protocols, and the capacity to support the Department of Defense’s transportation needs within the specified geographic and regulatory constraints.