Ocean Freight and U.S.-Flag Vessel Transportation

The contract requires the arrangement of ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in full compliance with the Jones Act, as specified under DFARS 252.247-7025, ensuring that all freight movements adhere to federal regulations mandating domestic shipping on American-owned and crewed vessels. It encompasses the preparation and management of all necessary freight documentation, including ocean bills of lading and shipment reporting, to guarantee end-to-end visibility and regulatory compliance throughout the transport process. The performance location is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with the requirement that all services be executed to meet stringent Department of Defense supply chain standards. This subcontract is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside category, as defined by FAR 19.5, and is classified under NAICS code 483111 for Water Transportation of Freight and Cargo. The solicitation was posted on July 16, 2026, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and is managed by the Maritime Supply Chain office under the Department of Defense. All prospective vendors must be certified small businesses capable of handling international and domestic ocean freight logistics exclusively through compliant U.S.-flag vessels, with full accountability for documentation accuracy and timely shipment reporting.