Domestic Ocean Transportation of Supplies

The contract pertains to the domestic ocean transportation of supplies using U.S.-flagged vessels operating in full compliance with the Jones Act and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement shipping requirements. All services must be performed via vessels that are U.S.-owned, U.S.-crewed, and U.S.-built, ensuring adherence to federal laws governing maritime commerce and national security logistics. The transportation is designated for defense-related supply chains, with performance centered at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, 17070-5002, indicating the delivery point for critical materials supporting military operations. This is a subcontract opportunity under NAICS code 483110, which classifies it as water transportation of freight and cargo, and the solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026. The contracting entity is the LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament office within the Department of Defense, emphasizing the military nature of the cargo and the necessity for secure, compliant logistics. No set-aside provisions are specified, meaning all eligible U.S. carriers may bid, but the requirement for Jones Act compliance inherently limits participation to those operating under U.S. maritime regulations. The opportunity is accessible via the DIBBS platform for qualified subcontractors seeking to support defense logistics under strict regulatory standards.