International Sea Freight Transportation to Japan

The contract mandates the international sea freight transportation of supplies from an origin location to Yokohama, Japan, under FOB Origin terms, meaning the buyer assumes all risk and responsibility for the goods once they are loaded at the point of origin. Inspection of the shipment will occur upon arrival at the destination, but the transfer of risk occurs at the origin, placing the full burden of loss, damage, or delay during transit on the buyer. The cargo is to be transported via ocean freight under a subcontract arrangement, with the North American Industry Classification System code 483111 indicating specialized maritime cargo transportation services. The solicitation was posted on May 31, 2026, with responses due by June 11, 2026, and is issued by the Department of Defense through its Maritime Supply Chain office. All logistical responsibilities, including proper packaging, documentation, and coordination with carriers, rest on the vendor, with performance tied to timely and secure delivery to Yokohama.