Domestic Freight and Ocean Transportation Coordination

The contract requires coordination of domestic and international shipping for filter elements, with strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel requirements and MARAD compliance whenever ocean transport is employed. All logistics must align with federal regulations governing maritime commerce and defense-related freight movement, ensuring seamless transitions between land and sea modes of transport. The work is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under SBA guidelines, limiting eligibility to small businesses as defined by the NAICS code 484220, which pertains to truck transportation and freight logistics services. The solicitation, issued by the Strategic Acq Program Directorate under the Department of Defense, is open for response until July 29, 2026, with a posting date of July 14, 2026. Performance location details are not specified, indicating flexibility in operational areas across the U.S. and abroad. Interested parties must submit proposals through the DIBBS portal, and compliance with maritime regulatory frameworks is critical to meeting contract obligations, particularly in any international shipment scenarios.