Freight and Logistics – U.S.-Flag Vessel Transport

The contract requires the transportation of HVAC equipment via U.S.-flagged vessels for a minimum of 50% of all overseas shipments, ensuring compliance with U.S. cargo preference laws. This obligation mandates that subcontractors prioritize vessels owned, operated, or chartered by U.S. entities, adhering to federal regulations designed to support the national maritime industry and maintain strategic shipping capacity. The work is tied to overseas logistics for HVAC systems, with performance obligations extending to international destinations and requiring strict adherence to documentation, vessel eligibility, and cargo routing standards. The opportunity is posted as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483111, which corresponds to water transportation of freight, and is available through Centro’s procurement platform. Responses are due by August 28, 2026, with the posting date listed as August 7, 2026. There is no specified set-aside classification, and the agency details indicate New York as the organizational location under Centro, though no physical office address or point of contact is provided. All participants must ensure their logistics plans fully satisfy the U.S.-flag vessel requirement, with potential penalties or disqualification for noncompliance.