Logistics and Domestic Transportation Services (U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliance)

The contract requires comprehensive transportation and logistics coordination for commissary cargo using only U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring full compliance with the Jones Act and 10 U.S.C. §2643. This subcontract is focused on domestic maritime movements critical to supplying military commissaries, with all operations constrained to vessels that meet U.S. ownership, construction, and crewing requirements. The place of performance is specified as Baltimore, Maryland, with the responsibility falling under the Department of Defense through the LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament office. The solicitation closes on July 31, 2026, and the NAICS code 483110 identifies the industry as coastal and Great Lakes water transportation, underscoring the specialized nature of the service required. All logistics activities must be executed under strict regulatory adherence to U.S. maritime law, emphasizing domestic vessel use and prohibiting foreign-flagged or foreign-owned ships from involvement. The scope encompasses end-to-end planning, scheduling, and execution of cargo moves, including coordination with port authorities, terminal operators, and military reception points. While no set-aside designation is specified, potential bidders must demonstrate proven experience in military logistics, Jones Act compliance, and handling of sensitive or regulated cargo through established supply chains. The contract’s success hinges on reliability, regulatory precision, and seamless integration with Defense Department supply networks serving commissary operations across the United States.