Domestic Ocean Transportation (U.S.-Flag Vessel Shipping)

This contract mandates the arrangement of ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in compliance with the Jones Act, requiring strict adherence to domestic shipping regulations. If U.S.-flag vessels are unavailable for the required route or schedule, the contractor must prepare and submit a formal waiver request no later than 45 days before the anticipated shipment date to ensure operational continuity and regulatory compliance. The solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the SBA program, meaning only small businesses qualify to bid, and it is classified under NAICS code 483111 for inland water transportation. Performance of the work is specifically tied to New Cumberland with a zip code of 17070-5002, indicating the primary location of logistics coordination or delivery. The contract is structured as a subcontract and was posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, leaving a narrow window for interested small businesses to submit proposals. The contracting activity is under the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense, underscoring the critical nature of the transportation requirements for national infrastructure or defense-related materials.