Domestic Ocean Transportation via U.S.-Flag Vessel

This contract mandates the domestic ocean transportation of supplies using U.S.-flagged vessels in full compliance with the Jones Act, ensuring that all maritime moves adhere to federal regulations requiring American-owned, -crewed, and -built ships for cargo movement between U.S. ports. Suppliers must provide certification on every invoice confirming that ocean transport was utilized, creating a clear audit trail for compliance verification. The solicitation is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under the NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of freight. Performance is centered at Cherry Point, North Carolina, with a specific zip code of 28533-5040, indicating the primary location where supplies will be delivered or managed. The contract was posted on July 22, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026, under the oversight of the Department of Defense through its Cherry Point Phantom Rd Bldg office. The requirement is part of a broader logistical framework supporting military operations, and all bidders must be certified small businesses capable of meeting the stringent compliance and documentation standards for Jones Act-qualified maritime transport.