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Domestic Ocean Freight & Logistics (U.S.-Flag Vessel Transport)

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Response Deadline07/28/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract calls for domestic ocean freight and logistics services utilizing U.S.-flagged vessels to support defense-related transportation needs, ensuring full compliance with all documentation and reporting requirements mandated by federal defense standards. Transportation must be performed using vessels that are U.S.-owned, U.S.-crewed, and registered under the American flag, with all operational records maintained to meet stringent regulatory and security protocols for military logistics. The work is to be performed at Mechanicstown, Pennsylvania, with a response deadline of July 28, 2026, and the solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense. The North American Industry Classification System code 483111 identifies this as water transportation of cargo, underscoring the specialized nature of the service. All participants must demonstrate capability to handle defense-sensitive cargo through compliant maritime practices and adhere to the timeline and location specified in the solicitation.

General Info

U.S.-flagged ocean freight for defense cargo in Mechanicstown, PA, due July 28, 2026, under DLA subcontract.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics AgencyView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

MECHANICSBURG, PA, 17050-2411, US

Set-Aside

NONE

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Timeline

PostedJul 23

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Response DeadlineJul 28

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Response Deadline

07/28/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 4 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Ocean transportation using U.S.-flagged vessels with compliant documentation and reporting for defense contracts.

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