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Ocean Freight Transportation (Contingent)

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The contract grants the provision of ocean freight transportation services using U.S.-flag vessels, contingent upon post-award requirements and regulatory mandates, ensuring full compliance with U.S. maritime laws and procedures. Execution is tied to specific operational needs that may arise after award, necessitating adherence to waiver processes for exceptions or special circumstances, with the expectation that U.S.-flag vessels are utilized wherever legally and operationally feasible. The service scope aligns with the North American Industry Classification System code 483111, indicating a focus on deep sea, coastal, and Great Lakes water transportation. This subcontract is issued under the authority of the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense, and was posted on July 15, 2026. While no specific solicitation number or set-aside designation is provided, the contract's performance is inherently linked to military logistics operations requiring secure and compliant maritime transport. The place of performance and point of contact details are not specified, suggesting broad applicability across international and domestic routes as needed. The contract is accessible through the DIBBS system with the referenced award and delivery identifiers, indicating its integration into DoD procurement and fulfillment workflows.

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U.S.-flag ocean freight provided under DoD authority for military logistics, compliant with maritime laws.

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE1C1-25-R-0089.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency
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Sea transportation of goods using U.S.-flag vessels if required post-award, with compliance to maritime regulations and waiver processes.

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