International Freight Forwarding and Ocean Transport

The contract calls for the arrangement of international ocean shipments with a specific focus on ensuring compliance with the Merchant Marine Act by providing certification that transport is conducted via U.S.-flag vessels when required. This subcontract is tied to the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain and is classified under NAICS code 488510, which pertains to freight forwarding and related logistics services. The requirement centers on securing reliable and certified maritime transport for goods moving across international routes, emphasizing adherence to U.S. maritime regulations and the use of domestically owned and operated vessels where mandated. The solicitation was posted on June 28, 2026, with a response deadline of July 9, 2026, giving potential bidders approximately two weeks to submit proposals. The place of performance and agency office location details are unspecified, indicating that services may be rendered globally with logistics coordination managed through the Department of Defense’s supply chain infrastructure. Bidders must demonstrate capability in international freight forwarding, documentation for maritime compliance, and the ability to certify U.S.-flag vessel utilization, making experience in defense-related logistics and regulatory adherence essential for successful qualification.