International Freight and Customs Logistics

The contract requires end-to-end international freight and customs logistics management for shipments originating from U.S. manufacturers and destined for Yokosuka, Japan, on behalf of the Department of Defense. The scope includes full coordination of carriers, procurement of all necessary customs clearance documentation, and the inclusion of duties and tariffs in the pricing structure to ensure seamless delivery without additional cost to the government. Real-time tracking of shipments is mandatory throughout the entire transit process to maintain visibility and accountability from origin to final delivery at the designated military location. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 488510 for other support activities for water transportation and is issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound, with performance based in Bremerton, Washington, 98314. Proposals must be submitted by August 5, 2026, at 7:00 PM Eastern Time, and the work is critical to supporting U.S. defense operations in the Pacific region. All contractors must demonstrate proven capability in handling sensitive Defense-related cargo through international supply chains, compliance with U.S. and Japanese regulatory requirements, and the use of secure, auditable tracking systems capable of integrating with DoD logistics platforms.