Domestic and International Shipping & Transportation Compliance

The contract requires the arrangement of ground or ocean transportation for a piston pump to DLA New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel requirements for any ocean leg of the shipment, or submission of valid waiver documentation if an exception is necessary. This effort is part of a broader initiative to ensure compliance with federal maritime regulations and support domestic supply chain security. The work must be performed under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, as defined by FAR 19.5, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid, and the North American Industry Classification System code 484220 applies, indicating a focus on freight transportation arrangement services. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a firm response deadline of August 10, 2026, and is managed by the Maritime Supply Chain division under the Department of Defense. The designated place of performance is New Cumberland, PA, with a zip code of 17070-5002. The contract is structured as a subcontract, and all bidders must ensure their proposals demonstrate full compliance with U.S. maritime laws, including vessel flagging requirements or approved waiver processes, to meet the delivery obligations for this critical defense logistics requirement.