Logistics, Customs Clearance, and Final Delivery of Mooring Chains

The contract encompasses the end-to-end logistics for the international transportation, customs clearance, duty and tax management, and final delivery of mooring chains to Canadian Forces Base Halifax and Canadian Forces Base Esquimalt. It requires the contractor to handle all aspects of moving the cargo from origin to destination, including compliance with Canadian import regulations, accurate calculation and payment of applicable duties and taxes, and timely delivery to the specified military installations in Nova Scotia. The scope demands specialized expertise in global freight forwarding and government compliance, with particular attention to the secure and traceable handling of military-grade equipment. The opportunity is issued as a subcontract under the Department of National Defence, Government of Canada, with a NAICS code of 488490 for other support activities for transportation. The solicitation was posted on May 29, 2026, and responses are due by June 23, 2026, providing potential bidders approximately four weeks to prepare and submit proposals. All performance activities are centered in Nova Scotia, and the contractor must demonstrate the capacity to meet strict timelines and regulatory requirements associated with defense-related procurements. The contract does not specify a set-aside category, indicating it is open to eligible private sector suppliers capable of fulfilling the full scope of work.