Multimodal Freight Transportation (Maritime & Air)

The contract involves the multimodal transportation of disaster relief supplies via maritime and air channels from the contiguous United States and outside the contiguous United States to Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa. It requires strict adherence to the Jones Act for maritime shipments, ensuring compliance with U.S. cabotage laws while enabling rapid deployment of critical humanitarian aid within 48 hours of activation. The operation must seamlessly integrate sea and air logistics to ensure timely, secure, and efficient delivery under emergency conditions, prioritizing speed and regulatory compliance without compromising cargo integrity. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 482111 and is managed by the Incident Support Section (ISS70) within the Department of Homeland Security. Responses are due by August 30, 2026, with the solicitation posted on August 4, 2026. Performance will center on Pago Pago, American Samoa, serving as a key logistical hub, though operations span all three U.S. territories in the Pacific. The effort underscores the federal government’s imperative to maintain resilient supply chains for remote island communities vulnerable to natural disasters, ensuring that relief capabilities are both immediate and sustainable through certified, compliant carriers.