Domestic and Ocean Transportation of Defense Supplies

The contract encompasses the domestic and ocean transportation of defense supplies, requiring compliance with federal regulations that mandate the use of U.S.-flagged vessels for all ocean shipments. This subcontract is focused on ensuring secure and regulated movement of military cargo across land and sea, with a strict emphasis on adherence to U.S. maritime laws. The place of performance is designated as FPO with zip code 09591, indicating operations will support military logistics in areas typically served by naval or overseas defense infrastructure. The solicitation is issued by the Fluid Handling Division under the Department of Defense and is open for responses until August 3, 2026. The NAICS code 483111 confirms the scope is within water transportation of freight, specifically ocean freight services. Although the contract does not specify a set-aside type or target business category, all offerors must be prepared to meet the stringent requirement of utilizing only U.S.-flagged vessels for maritime transport, making eligibility and compliance with maritime statutes a critical factor for participation. All activities are coordinated through the DLA’s electronic procurement platform linked in the posting.