Domestic Ocean Freight Transportation

The contract requires the transportation of goods via U.S.-flagged vessels for ocean freight, strictly adhering to DFARS 252.247-7023 and MARAD regulations to ensure compliance with federal maritime sourcing mandates. All shipments must be carried on vessels owned, flagged, and operated by U.S. entities, with no exceptions permitted for foreign-flag carriers, emphasizing national security and domestic maritime industry support. The requirement applies to any sea-based movement under this subcontract, and compliance is mandatory for award and performance. This is a subcontract issued by the ASC Commodities Division under the Department of Defense, with a posted date of July 29, 2026, and a response deadline of August 6, 2026. The NAICS code 483111 identifies the scope as coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. No set-aside preferences are specified, and the place of performance is not detailed beyond the broad requirement for ocean transport. Interested parties must submit their proposals through the DIBBS portal before the deadline, ensuring full alignment with the specified regulatory framework and vessel ownership criteria.