Foreign-Flag Vessel Shipment Coordination

This contract pertains to the coordination of overseas shipments using foreign-flagged vessels, with a specific focus on securing necessary justifications and obtaining approval from the Defense Logistics Agency under exceptions to the Jones Act. The work involves ensuring compliance with federal maritime regulations while facilitating the transport of goods internationally via vessels not registered under the U.S. flag. The performance location is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and the contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483110, which corresponds to deep sea, coastal, and Great Lakes water transportation. The solicitation was posted on July 27, 2026, with responses due by August 7, 2026, and is managed by the Department of Defense through the DDSP New Cumberland Facility. All activities must be aligned with DoD requirements for logistical support and regulatory exceptions governing U.S. maritime trade.