Ocean Freight Transportation Services (U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliant)

The contract requires the provision of ocean freight transportation services for government supplies using U.S.-flagged vessels that fully comply with the Jones Act and DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring adherence to domestic maritime regulations and defense contracting standards. Scope includes comprehensive scheduling, accurate documentation, and real-time delivery tracking to support mission-critical supply chain operations. The work is to be performed in support of Tinker Air Force Base, with all transportation services required to originate from and operate under the jurisdiction of U.S. maritime law. All offerings must be submitted by a small business as this is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, and the North American Industry Classification System code is 483111 for ocean freight transportation. Subcontractors must respond by the deadline of August 10, 2026, with proposals evaluated based on compliance with regulatory requirements, vessel eligibility, operational capacity, and proven ability to manage end-to-end logistics for defense-related cargo. The solicitation is issued by the Maritime Supply Chain office under the Department of Defense, and while no specific point of contact is listed, all inquiries must be handled through the DIBBS platform using the provided solicitation number. Failure to meet Jones Act or DFARS compliance will result in immediate disqualification, and performance will be subject to stringent oversight due to the sensitive nature of government cargo and the strategic importance of domestic freight capability.