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Domestic Ocean Freight and Logistics

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Submission Closed07/24/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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SHIP CHECK NOTICE--Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of T-ATS Vessels

Solicitation # N3220526R6006

Military Sealift Command is seeking a contractor for the operation and maintenance of eight Navajo Class (T-ATS) towing, salvage, and rescue vessels under a Government-Owned, Contractor-Operated (GOCO) model. The requirement includes a 365-day base period and four one-year option periods, with performance estimated to begin around April 1, 2027. The scope of work is comprehensive, covering shipboard operations, hotel services, medical requirements, communications, security, manning, training, and engineering maintenance. Operating limits are worldwide, with initial post-delivery tests and trials occurring in the Gulf of America and near Norfolk, Virginia, followed by deployments to the Far East, US West Coast, and Middle East. The procurement is a full and open competition under NAICS code 483111. Due to the nature of the work, the contractor must possess a Top Secret facility clearance and employ personnel with Top Secret or Secret security clearances. Key administrative requirements include the use of a specific accounting system to segregate reimbursable expenses from fixed-price costs and the submission of separate invoices for each port call. Evaluation of the contract will be based on factors including the quality of service, schedule, subcontractor management, and key personnel staffing. An industry day ship check is scheduled for September 25, 2026, in Mobile, Alabama, with a documentation submission deadline of September 11, 2026.

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Labeling Services

SPRMM1 DLA Mechanicsburg

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Specialized Military Packaging & Marking Services

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ICE-CLASS TANKER (EXTENDED TERM CHARTER)

Solicitation # SS-26-162

The Military Sealift Command, under the Department of Defense, is seeking market research through Sources Sought Notice SS-26-162 regarding the price and availability of one U.S. flag, double hull, ice-class tanker for an extended term charter. This notice serves as an update to the previous notice SS-26-029. The required vessel must meet specific polar and IMO compliance standards, including requirements for cargo capacity, dimensions, speed, and the installation of CONSOL stations and fuel delivery stations. Interested parties must provide detailed company and vessel information along with pricing data. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is managed by the Mschq Norfolk office. Responses are due by September 16, 2026. This request is for information purposes only and does not constitute a formal offer for a contract.

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Transportation

FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Transport

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Ocean Freight and Shipping Services

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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U.S.-Flag Vessel Freight TransportThis subcontract opportunity, posted by the Department of Defense under the agency Construction & Equipment Manu & Con, involves the ocean transport of tackle blocks for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The selected provider must utilize U.S.-flagged cargo vessels to transport goods to the designated port of final discharge. Key responsibilities include coordinating cargo loading and discharge, providing ocean bills of lading, and ensuring full compliance with MARAD reporting requirements regarding vessel flag and port data. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111, with the place of performance located in New Cumberland. Interested parties must respond by September 14, 2026. This requirement emphasizes strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel regulations and comprehensive reporting to MARAD to ensure secure and compliant maritime logistics.

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DLA Compliant Packaging and ShippingThis subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division involves providing specialized military packaging for 104 key washers. The selected provider must ensure all materials are compliant with RP001 to prevent corrosion and damage during transit, while strictly adhering to DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement for all labeling and packaging. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 17, 2026, to provide hardware that is properly packaged and labeled for final shipment.

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Military Packaging and Marking ServicesThis subcontract for Military Packaging and Marking Services involves providing specialized packaging, marking, and palletization for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The contractor is responsible for delivering 50 units to DLA Distribution Cherry Point, ensuring all work adheres to MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-129 for marking, and RP001 for palletization. Additional requirements include the application of hazard warning labels in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 and DFARS 252.223-7001 using unit and intermediate containers. The project is managed by the ASC Supplier Oper OEM Division of the Department of Defense under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline of September 10, 2026.

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DLA Compliant Packaging and LogisticsThis subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division focuses on providing specialized military packaging services for prime contractors on Defense Logistics Agency supply contracts. The selected provider will be responsible for packaging hardware in strict accordance with RP001 requirements to ensure item integrity during transit, utilizing military-grade labeling and marking equipment to deliver shipment-ready hardware. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must respond by September 17, 2026, following the posting date of September 2, 2026.

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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U.S.-Flag Ocean TransportationThis subcontract opportunity, posted by the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division, seeks providers for U.S.-flag ocean transportation of aviation commodities. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering cargo from the port of loading to the final discharge port, coordinating all loading and discharge points, and providing rated on board vessel operating carrier ocean bills of lading. A critical requirement of the contract is ensuring full MARAD compliance and documenting all diligent efforts to secure U.S.-flag carriers for prime contractors. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 17, 2026. This effort supports the movement of essential aviation commodities under the oversight of the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division.

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AI Contract Overview

The contract encompasses the domestic ocean transportation of defense supplies using U.S.-flagged vessels, strictly adhering to the Jones Act and DFARS 252.247-7023 requirements to ensure compliance with federal regulations governing maritime commerce and defense logistics. All services must be performed by vessels that are U.S.-owned, U.S.-crewed, and U.S.-built, with operations fully aligned with the Department of Defense’s stringent standards for security, accountability, and supply chain integrity. The scope includes end-to-end logistics for moving critical defense materials, with the place of performance centered in Barstow, California, 92311-5015, indicating a key logistical node for military supply distribution. Issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV, the solicitation is classified under NAICS code 483111 for coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. There is no set-aside designation, meaning any qualified U.S.-based subcontractor may respond, provided they meet all regulatory and operational criteria. The request for quotation is open for submission from July 16, 2026, with a firm deadline of July 24, 2026, requiring prompt and precise proposal preparation. Interested parties must ensure full capability to handle defense-related cargo under high security protocols and maintain continuous compliance throughout the performance period.