Domestic and Ocean Freight Transportation (If Applicable)

The contract requires the transportation of a check valve from the manufacturer to a Department of Defense destination in San Diego, California, using ocean freight via U.S.-flag vessels in accordance with DFARS 252.247-7023, unless a waiver is specifically granted. This obligation ensures compliance with the Cargo Preference Act, mandating the use of American-flagged shipping for military cargo whenever feasible. In cases where ocean freight is not applicable or practical, the contractor must provide domestic trucking services to complete delivery. The solicitation, issued under NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of freight, is structured as a subcontract and remains open for responses until July 16, 2026, with a posting date of July 5, 2026. Performance is required at the specified San Diego location with a zip code of 92136-3581, and no set-aside preferences are defined for this procurement.