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Submission Closed07/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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Supply of TE COOLED DTGS DETEThis subcontract involves the procurement of a single TE COOLED DTGS DETE unit for the DLA Weapons Support Aviation Supply Chain. The required hardware must match Thermo Electron part numbers 714-036900 or 840-145000 and correspond to NSN 4920015535576. The selected provider is responsible for sourcing or manufacturing the component, applying Item Unique Identification markings, and shipping the final product to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility. The contract is managed under the Department of Defense with a response deadline of October 13, 2026. Performance of the contract will take place in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111. This effort supports prime contractors in fulfilling critical aviation hardware requirements for the agency.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT AVIATION SUPPLY CHAIN

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Vessel Charter - Buoy Recovery and Deployment

Solicitation # 1333MJ27Q0001

The Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is soliciting a single firm-fixed-price contract for a United States Flagged Vessel and crew to perform the recovery of an existing SWOT buoy and the deployment of a new SWOT buoy near Santa Barbara, California. The operation will take place approximately 60 nautical miles west of Santa Barbara at coordinates 34.02N 120.09W. The contractor is responsible for loading and offloading scientific equipment, coordinating with government-furnished trucking, and supporting two PMEL personnel. The vessel must maintain current USCG inspections and endorsements and be capable of maneuvering at low speeds of approximately 1 knot for safe recovery. The period of performance is scheduled from October 14, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Award will be made using Lowest Price, Technically Acceptable procedures, evaluating the technical approach, experience, and price, with a 10 percent price evaluation preference for HUBZone small business concerns. While the acquisition is not set aside for small businesses, it falls under NAICS code 483111. Payments will be made monthly in arrears via the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Invoice Processing Platform with Net 30 terms. All work must adhere to Department of Labor Wage Rates WD 2015-5647, Revision No. 29.

Department Of Commerce Noaa

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N3220525R6003 - SURTASS-E RFP

Solicitation # N3220525R6003

Solicitation N3220525R6003 is a request for proposals issued by MSCHQ Norfolk for the Surtass-E Reprocurement. The requirement is for a fixed-price time charter with reimbursable elements for one US-flagged or foreign-flagged vessel (to be reflagged as US prior to delivery) to tow a passive acoustic monitoring array in support of U.S. Navy operations. The vessel must be capable of worldwide operations across all ocean basins, from the Arctic to the Antarctic, and must comply with IMO Polar Code Category C and ABS Ice Class D0 for survival in young open ice. Operational requirements include the ability to tow the system at speeds between 4-6 knots, 24 hours a day, for events lasting up to 60 days, while maintaining a directed heading within 5 degrees. The contract structure consists of a one-year base period followed by three one-year option periods and one final 11-month option period. Delivery and redelivery will take place in Norfolk, Virginia, with laydays scheduled from January 24, 2027, to April 15, 2027. The solicitation is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses and utilizes a two-factor evaluation process: a technical proposal rated as acceptable or unacceptable and the lowest evaluated price. Key contractor responsibilities include providing a crew compliant with Service Contract Act wage determinations, implementing comprehensive Force Protection and CBRN defense measures, and maintaining a Secret facility clearance. Following several amendments, the final response deadline is October 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM EDT.

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Military Packaging and Marking ServicesThis subcontract for Military Packaging and Marking Services supports prime contractors on DLA Land and Maritime projects through the Fluid Handling Division of the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves performing final packaging and marking of units to ensure they are ready for FOB Origin shipment. All activities must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-129 for marking and MIL-STD-2073-1E and LD294524 for packaging and material compliance. The opportunity is designated as a Women-Owned Small Business set-aside under NAICS code 483111, with the place of performance located in Bremerton, Washington. Interested parties must respond by October 15, 2026.

FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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Submarine Rescue Vessel Extended Time Charter

Solicitation # N3220526R6077

Solicitation N3220526R6077 is a request for a fixed-price time charter of one Jones Act qualified, U.S. flag Offshore Supply Vessel (OSV) to support submarine rescue requirements, submarine sea trials, and other Fleet mission support. The primary area of performance is in the vicinity of Hampton Roads and Norfolk, Virginia, with delivery and redelivery occurring at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek. The contract structure consists of a one-year base period followed by three one-year options and one 11-month option. Laydays are scheduled to commence on February 18, 2027, and end on March 28, 2027. The vessel must meet stringent technical specifications, including a requirement for 6,000 square feet of contiguous open deck space to accommodate the Submarine Rescue Diving Recompression System. Additional requirements include the installation of a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) decontamination station, specific satellite communication capabilities with a minimum committed information rate of 1024/1024 Kbps, and compliance with the Mother Ship (MOSHIP) Criteria Manual. The contractor is required to maintain an ISO-9000 certified Quality Management System and adhere to Department of Labor Wage Determination 2019-0288 Revision 27. Award will be made based on the Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria. Proposals must be submitted in three separate volumes: Business, Technical, and Price. The technical evaluation focuses on vessel qualifications, including Classification Society documentation, Dynamic Positioning certification, and a certified five-year port-call history. Invoicing is to be processed through Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), and the government reserves the right to conduct annual Onboard Condition Inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight CarrierThis subcontract opportunity with the Defense Logistics Agency involves providing ocean transportation services for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The selected carrier will be responsible for transporting cargo from the point of origin to the final discharge point using U.S.-flag vessels. Key operational duties include managing port loading and discharge, providing rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading, and maintaining necessary reporting to MARAD. The performance of these services is centered in Mason City, with the primary objective of ensuring the secure delivery of cargo to the designated port of final discharge. Interested parties should note that the response deadline for this requirement is October 13, 2026, and the work falls under NAICS code 483111.

Defense Logistics Agency

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Military Specification Packaging and Shipping ServicesThis subcontract for Military Specification Packaging and Shipping Services involves providing specialized packaging, marking, and palletization for fragile industrial instruments destined for Defense Logistics Agency supply contracts. The service provider is responsible for ensuring all deliverables adhere to strict military standards, specifically applying packaging data per MIL-STD-2073-1E, marking per MIL-STD-129, and palletization per RP001. The scope of work requires the use of military-grade cushioning and unit containers to produce a final product ready for traceable freight transport. The project is managed under NAICS code 483111 and will be performed in Boise, Idaho. Interested parties must note the response deadline of October 13, 2026. This effort supports prime contractors in meeting the rigorous delivery requirements set forth by the Department of Defense.

Defense Logistics Agency

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DLA Compliant Packaging and Shipping ServicesThis HUBZone set-aside subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense for DLA DIST San Joaquin, requires specialized military packaging, marking, and palletization services for prime contractors. The scope of work involves the processing of 417 rubber blocks, ensuring all deliverables strictly adhere to ASTM D3951 for packaging, MIL-STD-129R(3) for marking and labeling, and RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements for palletization. The contractor must utilize military-grade materials and professional labeling equipment to ensure compliance. The performance of this contract will take place in Tracy, California, under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must have submitted their responses by the deadline of October 13, 2026. The primary objective is the delivery of a fully compliant, properly packaged, and palletized shipment ready for Defense Logistics Agency supply chain integration.

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59-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N321-27-001

Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N321-27-001 to conduct market research for a 59-day dry cargo time charter. The requirement involves the use of U.S. or foreign flag RO/RO vessels to transport approximately 180,000 square feet of military cargo. The mission is scheduled to commence on November 22, 2026, departing from Charleston, South Carolina, traveling to various ports in and around the Mediterranean, and returning to Charleston. Interested parties must provide detailed vessel specifications, including main deck and stern ramp door height clearances, fuel consumption rates, and the number of supercargo the vessel can accommodate. Responses must also include the daily charter hire rate, confirmation of availability, and company identifiers such as the UEI and CAGE code. The procurement is categorized under NAICS 483111, with a small business size limitation of 1,050 employees. All responses are due via email by 11:00 AM Eastern Time on October 8, 2026.

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85-DAY DRY CARGO TIME CHARTER

Solicitation # N3220526R6136

Solicitation N3220526R6136 is a request for proposals issued by Military Sealift Command Norfolk for a firm-fixed-price, 85-day dry cargo time charter. The government seeks one ice-class, self-sustaining LO/LO breakbulk vessel with a minimum capacity of 750 TEU to support resupply operations. The charter includes delivery and redelivery at Port Hueneme, California, and requires the vessel to maintain high operational readiness, including specific ice and polar class documentation and a minimum satellite communications committed information rate of 1024/1024 Kbps for classified and unclassified data. This acquisition is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. Award will be made to the lowest price, technically acceptable offeror, with a tiered preference system prioritizing Category 1 offerors and those with the highest VISA priority. Technical evaluations focus on vessel capability, compliance with classified requirements, and the ability to meet the delivery schedule. Proposals must be submitted in PDF format and include a ship name, price, and signature. Following Amendment 0001, the closing date for submissions is October 7, 2026, at 1300 Eastern Time. Invoicing is to be processed electronically via Wide Area Work Flow, and fuel costs are calculated using DLA standard prices, specifically MGO at 1,188.68 dollars per metric ton.

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Military-Grade Packaging and Marking ServicesThis subcontract for Military-Grade Packaging and Marking Services, issued by the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division, requires the provision of specialized packaging, marking, and labeling for prime contractors delivering hardware to DLA Distribution centers. The contractor must ensure all items are packaged according to ASTM D3951, marked and labeled per MIL-STD-129, and palletized in accordance with RP001. Additionally, the scope includes the application of hazard labels per 29 CFR 1910.1200 using approved MIL-SPEC materials and equipment. The final deliverables consist of palletized shipments ready for transport to the DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. Interested parties should note the response deadline of October 7, 2026, for this requirement categorized under NAICS code 483111.

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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Military-Standard Packaging and MarkingThis subcontract for the Department of Defense Land Supply Chain involves providing specialized military packaging and marking services for prime contractors. The scope of work requires the preparation of cushioning pads and the use of intermediate and unit containers to ensure all shipments are ready for FOB Origin transport. All activities must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for markings, utilizing equipment that meets all Department of Defense standards. The project is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and will be performed in Silverdale, Washington. Interested parties must note the response deadline of October 13, 2026, for this requirement.

LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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AI Contract Overview

The contract requires the secure and compliant transportation of defense components via ocean and domestic routes using exclusively U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring adherence to all applicable DFARS regulatory requirements and documentation standards. All shipping activities must align with strict defense logistics protocols to safeguard sensitive materials throughout transit, from origin to final delivery at the specified performance location in Corpus Christi, Texas, with a ZIP code of 78419-5255. The work falls under the NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of cargo and is structured as a subcontract under the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. Responses must be submitted by July 20, 2026, with the solicitation posted on July 15, 2026, and all participants are expected to demonstrate proven capability in handling military cargo under federal compliance frameworks.