Domestic and International Shipping to FPO (Sasebo, Japan)

The contract requires fulfillment of domestic and international sea shipping services to deliver goods to the U.S. Navy facility in Sasebo, Japan, designated as FPO 96322-1400, under FOB origin terms, meaning the supplier assumes all responsibilities and costs until the cargo is loaded onto the vessel at the point of origin. The award necessitates full compliance with DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring adherence to Department of Defense regulations regarding transportation and export control, and includes the preparation and submission of all necessary export documentation as well as management of customs clearance procedures to ensure uninterrupted transit through international channels. The shipment must be coordinated to reach the designated military destination without delay, with the supplier responsible for end-to-end logistics, compliance, and documentation accuracy. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, classified under NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of freight and cargo, and is solicited with a response deadline of July 31, 2026. All performance obligations are tied to meeting stringent military logistics standards, with the place of performance fixed at the FPO address in Sasebo, Japan. The contract demands precise execution to support defense operations, with no tolerance for non-compliance on export regulations or delivery timelines. Suppliers must be prepared to operate within the complex framework of international military supply chains while maintaining full traceability and regulatory alignment with U.S. defense procurement requirements.