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Ocean Freight Transportation Services (U.S.-Flag Vessels)

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Federal

Response Deadline07/27/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract seeks ocean freight transportation services using U.S.-flagged vessels that comply with the Jones Act and DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring full adherence to domestic maritime regulations for moving supplies between U.S. ports and international destinations. Services required include comprehensive vessel scheduling, port logistics coordination, and customs clearance procedures to support reliable and secure supply chain operations. All work must be performed by a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, as this is a sole-source set-aside under the SDVOSBC designation, with North American Industry Classification System code 483111 for coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. Performance will be centered in Tracy, California, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and the contract is structured as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division.

General Info

Sole-source SDVOSB contract for Jones Act-compliant ocean freight between U.S. ports and international destinations via Tracy, California.

Agency

Department Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISIONView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

TRACY, CA, 95304-5000, US

Set-Aside

SDVOSBC

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Timeline

PostedJul 19

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Response DeadlineJul 27

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Response Deadline

07/27/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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Department Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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Provide ocean transportation of supplies between U.S. ports and overseas locations using U.S.-flagged vessels compliant with the Jones Act and DFARS 252.247-7023, including vessel scheduling, port logistics, and customs clearance.

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