Freight Forwarding and Transportation Coordination

The contract requires coordination of international freight shipment through the designated freight forwarder V. ALEXANDER CO INC, with strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel regulations to ensure compliance with federal maritime laws. All logistics must support FOB origin delivery terms, meaning responsibility for goods and associated costs transfers to the buyer at the point of origin, and the forwarder must manage all transport arrangements from that point onward with full traceability and documentation. The work falls under NAICS code 488510 for freight forwarding and is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense's Land Supply Chain organization, with performance expected to align with military procurement standards. The solicitation was posted on August 3, 2026, with responses due by August 14, 2026, and is accessible through the DIBBS platform. While specific location details for performance or the contracting office are not provided, the nature of the requirement implies coordination across U.S. ports and international destinations under DOD oversight. The forwarder must maintain compliance with all applicable U.S. government transport and customs regulations, particularly those governing the use of U.S.-flagged vessels, and must document every step of the logistical chain to meet audit and reporting obligations tied to defense contracts.