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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on July 23, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Domestic and Ocean Transportation Compliance

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NAICS: 483111
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75-day Dry Cargo Time Charter
Solicitation # N3220526R6134
Military Sealift Command Norfolk is soliciting a firm-fixed-price contract for a 75-day dry cargo time charter, with three additional 75-day option periods, to transport containerized ammunition. The requirement is for a self-sustaining U.S. or foreign flag vessel capable of carrying at least 600 TEUs, with a maximum length of 825 feet, a laden draft not exceeding 33 feet, and a minimum laden speed of 15 knots. Delivery and redelivery will occur at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, North Carolina. The vessel must comply with all HAZMAT compatibility and segregation requirements for Hazard Class material Divisions I.1.1A5 through I.4G and adhere to strict operational security and cybersecurity protocols, including specific VPN connectivity and vulnerability management for onboard laptops. This is a total small-business set-aside procurement under NAICS code 483111. Award will be made on a lowest price, technically acceptable basis, utilizing a tiered preference system based on VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and signature. The government will evaluate technical capability, past performance, and the ability to meet the delivery schedule, with a specific preference for U.S. flag vessels. Payment will be processed via Wide Area Work Flow, and the contractor is required to provide a minimum of two supercargo and adhere to Department of Labor wage determinations for maritime roles.
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This contract requires strict adherence to the Merchant Marine Act by ensuring all ocean transportation services employed under the agreement utilize U.S.-flag vessels. If such vessels are unavailable for the required routes or cargo, the contractor must prepare and submit a formal waiver justification well in advance, providing complete details about the cargo, shipping requirements, and reasons for non-compliance. The responsibility lies with the contractor to demonstrate due diligence in sourcing U.S.-flag options before seeking an exemption, and advance notice is mandatory to allow for proper review and approval. The performance location is specified as Cherry Point, North Carolina, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026, and the contract falls under the NAICS code 483111 for deep sea foreign ocean transportation. The contracting activity is managed by the Department of Defense under the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, and compliance with these maritime regulations is a condition of award and performance.

General Info

Contract requires U.S.-flag vessels for Cherry Point ocean transport, waiver needed if unavailable, deadline July 31, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIVView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

CHERRY POINT, NC, 28533-0021, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE4A7-26-T-593N.

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV
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Ensure ocean transportation uses U.S.-flag vessels per Merchant Marine Act; prepare waiver justification if unavailable, including advance notice and cargo details.

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