Domestic and International Shipment Coordination (Including Sea Transport)

The contract requires the coordination and documentation of domestic and international shipments targeting DLA Distribution in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel regulations for ocean transport as mandated by DFARS 252.247-7023. All movements must comply with federal acquisition rules ensuring that sea freight is conducted exclusively on vessels owned or operated by U.S.-flag carriers, and comprehensive records must be maintained to demonstrate compliance throughout the shipment lifecycle. The scope encompasses end-to-end logistics planning, including origin handling, mode selection, customs documentation, and final delivery confirmation, all aligned with Department of Defense requirements. This is a subcontract under NAICS code 488510, related to support activities for transportation, issued by the Department of Defense through the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV. The solicitation was posted on July 19, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, and performance is fixed at the specified facility in New Cumberland, PA, with a zip code of 17070-5002. Contractors must be prepared to meet stringent regulatory, timing, and documentation standards without flexibility in vessel selection or reporting procedures, and success hinges on proven experience in defense-related logistics under U.S.-flag maritime obligations.