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International Freight and Ocean Transportation (U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliance)

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Federal

Response Deadline08/13/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → AVIATION SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYSView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

US

Set-Aside

NONE

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PostedAug 5

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Response DeadlineAug 13

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Manage ocean freight logistics from U.S. port to RAAF Base Edinburgh using U.S.-flag commercial vessels in compliance with 10 USC 7303 and DFARS clause 252.247-7023.

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