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This Government Contract opportunity from Department Of Defense was posted on May 7, 2026. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Jones Act-Compliant U.S.-Flagged Vessel Charter

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NAICS: 483112
DIBBS
International Freight and FOB Destination LogisticsThis contract establishes an end-to-end international logistics arrangement for the transportation of goods from origin to Kadena Air Base in Japan under FOB Destination terms, ensuring that title and risk transfer only upon arrival at the designated destination. The scope includes full handling of customs clearance and strictly compliant execution under the Defense Priority and Allocation System, aligning with U.S. Department of Defense requirements for priority delivery and resource allocation. The service provider is responsible for managing all logistics elements across borders, including documentation, transit, and final delivery, with accountability maintained through DPAS-compliant processes to ensure mission-critical supply chain integrity. The contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483112, indicating operation within the water transportation of freight industry, though the full scope spans multimodal international logistics. It is administered by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, with no specified set-aside status or procurement type beyond its subcontract classification. The solicitation and performance are tied to the overarching contract SPE7LX19D0029 and delivery order SPE7LX26F92D5, reflecting its integration into a broader DoD supply chain framework. Performance is focused exclusively on delivering to Kadena AB, Japan, with no other locations or alternative delivery points authorized under the terms.
Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

about 1 month ago

DEADLINE

N/A

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A time charter agreement is in place for a U.S.-flagged, U.S.-owned, and U.S.-crewed offshore support vessel that meets all Jones Act requirements, ensuring compliance with federal regulations governing domestic maritime transport. The vessel is intended for use in support of U.S. Department of Defense operations, specifically tied to activities under the agency name Mschq Norfolk, and must operate in compliance with all applicable U.S. maritime laws and security protocols. The charter is structured as a subcontract, with a response deadline for proposals set for May 13, 2026, at 5:00 p.m., and the opportunity was posted on May 7, 2026. The North American Industry Classification System code 483112 confirms the classification as a vessel operation in the maritime transport sector, and the contract obligates the provider to maintain full ownership, flagging, and crewing standards in accordance with U.S. law throughout the duration of the agreement.

General Info

U.S.-flagged offshore vessel time charter under Jones Act for domestic maritime support operations.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Mschq NorfolkView Agency

NAICS

483112 - Deep Sea Passenger TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

VA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of N32205-SS-N321-26-111.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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365-day Dry Cargo Time Charter

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
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Department Of Defense → Mschq Norfolk
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Time charter of a U.S.-flagged, U.S.-owned, and U.S.-crewed offshore support vessel compliant with Jones Act requirements for domestic maritime transport.

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NAICS: 483111
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75-day Dry Cargo Time Charter
Solicitation # N3220526R6134
Military Sealift Command Norfolk is soliciting a firm-fixed-price contract for a 75-day dry cargo time charter, with three additional 75-day option periods, to transport containerized ammunition. The requirement is for a self-sustaining U.S. or foreign flag vessel capable of carrying at least 600 TEUs, with a maximum length of 825 feet, a laden draft not exceeding 33 feet, and a minimum laden speed of 15 knots. The vessel will be delivered to and redelivered at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, North Carolina. The charter is scheduled to commence on December 14, 2026, with a cancelling date of December 18, 2026. This is a total small-business set-aside acquisition under NAICS code 483111. Award will be made based on the lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, utilizing a tiered preference system that prioritizes VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Technical evaluations will focus on capability, experience, operational controls, and past performance, while also ensuring compliance with classified mission requirements and HAZMAT compatibility for Hazard Class material. The contractor must provide at least two supercargo and adhere to strict cybersecurity protocols for MECK laptops and CUI confidentiality. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and verifiable signature. Invoicing is managed electronically via Wide Area Work Flow, and labor rates are governed by Department of Labor Wage Determination 2019-0288.
Deep Sea Freight Transportation

POSTED

1 day ago

DEADLINE

in 5 days
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