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Ocean Freight Logistics with U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliance

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Response Deadline08/17/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires the management of ocean transportation for blood coolers using vessels documented under the U.S. flag, ensuring compliance with federal maritime regulations. All shipments must be preceded by detailed notifications to both the Maritime Administration and the Contracting Officer to enable oversight and coordination. Within 30 days of shipment, complete ocean bills of lading must be submitted to fulfill documentation requirements and verify transport compliance. The work is performed under a subcontract structure, with the place of performance located at Fort Stewart, Georgia, 31314-5185. It is governed under NAICS code 483111, which pertains to ocean transport of freight, and is administered by the Department of Defense through the Medical Supply Chain MD Surg FSF office. The solicitation was posted on August 9, 2026, with responses due by August 17, 2026.

General Info

U.S.-flag vessels transport blood coolers from Fort Stewart, Georgia, with prior notifications and bills of lading required.

Agency

Department Of Defense → MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN MD SURG FSFView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

FORT STEWART, GA, 31314-5185, US

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NONE

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PostedAug 9

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Response DeadlineAug 17

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Response Deadline

08/17/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 8 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN MD SURG FSF

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Manage ocean transport of blood coolers using U.S.-flag vessels, with pre-shipment notifications to MARAD and Contracting Officer, and submission of ocean bills of lading within 30 days.

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