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Domestic and International Logistics / Sea Transportation

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Submission Closed07/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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Specialized Component Transport and LogisticsThe Specialized Component Transport and Logistics subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support agency, involves the transportation and delivery of automotive components for prime contractors. The selected provider is responsible for managing shipment and storage marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and coordinating ocean freight specifically using U.S.-flag vessels. Key operational requirements include strict compliance with MARAD and DoD ocean transportation regulations, as well as the delivery of all necessary hardware and shipping documentation. The contractor must provide rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading to both the Contracting Officer and MARAD. Performance for this contract is centered in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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Specialized Freight and Ocean Transportation

Defense Logistics Agency

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Specialized Freight and Transport for DLA ComponentsThis subcontract, titled Specialized Freight and Transport for DLA Components, involves the transportation and delivery of 184 filter element units for prime contractors supporting DLA supply contracts. The selected provider is responsible for coordinating the port of loading and final discharge while providing essential gross weight and cubic feet data. All shipments must utilize U.S.-flagged ocean vessels and freight carriers in strict accordance with Department of Defense ocean transportation regulations. Managed by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain under the Department of Defense, the work will be performed in New Cumberland. The opportunity was posted on November 11, 2026, with a response deadline of November 23, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 483111 for deepwater port operations.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Services

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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Freight and Logistics ServicesThis subcontract for Freight and Logistics Services involves the transportation and delivery of manufactured rivets to support DLA Weapons Support supply contracts. The contractor is responsible for managing the loading and transport of goods to final discharge points, with a specific requirement to utilize U.S.-flag vessels for all ocean shipments in compliance with Department of Defense regulations. Essential deliverables include the provision of detailed shipping documentation, such as carrier names, gross weights, and specific ports of loading and discharge. Managed by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support ASC Commodities Division, the performance of these services is centered in New Cumberland. The contract falls under NAICS code 483111 and requires the successful delivery of all materials to designated government sites. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 19, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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First Destination Transportation (FDT) LogisticsThis subcontract, titled First Destination Transportation (FDT) Logistics, involves the transportation of critical components for prime contractors supporting Department of Defense projects. Managed by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain, the scope of work includes coordinating FOB Origin requirements and managing shipments under the First Destination Transportation program. The contractor is responsible for providing essential documentation regarding gross weight, the port of loading, and final discharge to ensure successful delivery to the designated government destination. Performance for this contract takes place at Robins Air Force Base. A key regulatory requirement is the mandatory use of U.S.-flag vessels for all ocean transport segments. Interested parties should note the response deadline of November 23, 2026, and the classification of the work under NAICS code 483111.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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120-day Tanker Time Charter with Two 60-day Options

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N351-27-010

The Department of Defense, through the Military Sealift Command Norfolk, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N351-27-010 to conduct a market survey for a 179-day tanker time charter. The intended period of performance begins with laydays on February 10, 2027, and a cancelling date of February 20, 2027. The operation involves delivery at St. Theodore, Greece, and redelivery at Piraeus, Greece, with performance requirements including operations in the waters off Greenland. Eligible vessels must be less than 20 years old, with those over 15 years requiring a classification society condition assessment rating of 2 or better. Technical requirements include a minimum speed of 13 knots, twin-screw propulsion or a bowthruster, and a crane with at least a 10-ton lifting capacity. The vessel must be SOLAS approved for non-coastwise voyages and compliant with the IMO Polar Code for Greenland operations, including the use of clean fuels and a prohibition of intermediate fuel oil in polar regions. Cargo capabilities must include the ability to carry specific volumes of JP8, JA1, and F76 fuels within designated tanks using double-valve isolation, and the vessel must be capable of machine-washing cargo tanks while underway. Interested parties must provide company information, including small business status under NAICS 483111, detailed vessel descriptions, fuel consumption rates, and cargo stowage plans. The government is requesting information regarding daily charter rates and any applicable positioning fees. Responses are due by November 11, 2026.

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DRY CARGO TIME OR VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-015

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, is conducting market research for a dry cargo time or voyage charter to transport nine CV-22 aircraft. The mission involves transit between San Diego, California, and Iwakuni, Japan, with a performance period commencing on January 31, 2027. The required vessel must be a CV-22 NAVAIR certified Roll-on/Roll-off (RO/RO) vessel capable of carrying at least 17,000 square feet of military cargo, including helicopters, wheeled vehicles, and breakbulk. Specific technical requirements include a 20ft door for aircraft access and a total laytime of four days SSHEX for the entire mission. Load and discharge operations are to be conducted on a Free In and Out Stowed and Shipped (F.I.O.S.S.) basis. This Request for Information (RFI) is for market research purposes and does not constitute a formal offer. Interested parties under NAICS code 483111 must provide company details, including their Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, and business size. Submissions must include comprehensive vessel descriptions, including stern ramp door and main deck height clearances, and the number of supercargo the vessel can accommodate. Depending on the charter type, respondents should provide daily hire rates and fuel consumption for time charters, or lumpsum and demurrage rates for voyage charters. Responses are due via email to Brandon Page by November 12, 2026.

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Deep Sea Cargo Vessel ProvisionThis subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense through Mschq Norfolk, involves the provision of a deep-sea cargo vessel to support prime contractors on Military Sealift Command projects. The selected provider must supply a seaworthy vessel for the duration of the charter hire that adheres to strict technical specifications, including specific ramp and deck heights, fuel consumption rates, and supercargo capacity requirements. The performance of this contract will take place in Charleston. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on November 9, 2026, with a response deadline of November 16, 2026. The project falls under NAICS code 483111, focusing on deep-sea freight transportation.

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30-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-017

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued a Sources Sought Notice (N32205-SS-N321-27-017) to conduct market research for a 30-day dry cargo time charter. The requirement is for U.S. or foreign flag Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO/RO) vessels capable of transporting military cargo, specifically 19 Apache Longbow (AH-64), 12 Medevac helicopters, 27 UH-60 helicopters, and 12 VJ-47 cargo helicopters. The mission involves transporting this cargo from a delivery port in Souda Bay, Greece, to a redelivery port in Charleston, South Carolina. To be considered militarily useful, the vessel must have a deck height exceeding 7 feet 5 inches of clearance. This request for information is for market research purposes to determine the acquisition strategy, whether through existing government IDIQ vehicles or SAM.gov. The procurement is categorized under NAICS 483111, with a small business size limit of 1,050 employees. Interested parties must provide vessel descriptions, including ramp and deck heights, daily charter hire rates, fuel consumption rates, and supercargo capacity. Large businesses are requested to provide details on potential subcontracting opportunities. Responses are due via email to Brandon Page by November 16, 2027, at 14:00 Eastern Time.

Mschq Norfolk

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The contract concerns the transportation of finished RF cable assemblies via sea, with specific requirements to use U.S.-flag vessels whenever mandated under DFARS clause 252.247-7023, ensuring compliance with federal regulations for domestic content and vessel nationality. The work involves both domestic and international logistics operations, with performance focused on the FPO address, ZIP code 96662, indicating potential military or overseas deployment destinations. This solicitation is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, with a North American Industry Classification System code of 483111, corresponding to ocean transportation of freight. Bids must be submitted by the deadline of July 20, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 12, 2026, through the DIBBS platform, indicating a formal procurement process governed by defense contracting protocols and requiring adherence to strict logistical and regulatory standards for defense-related cargo.