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

The contract is for First Destination Transportation via U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring the secure and compliant movement of cargo from U.S. ports to final destinations, with full inclusion of export documentation, ocean bills of lading, and adherence to all customs regulations. It is issued under the NAICS code 483111 for water transportation of cargo and is classified as a subcontract, with performance centered in Jacksonville, Florida, specifically at the zip code 32212-0103. The Department of Defense, through its Land Supply Chain organization, is the contracting entity, underscoring the military and logistical nature of the service requirement. The solicitation was posted on July 5, 2026, with responses due by July 16, 2026, providing a narrow window for qualified vendors to submit proposals. While no set-aside designation is specified, the requirement exclusively utilizes U.S.-flag vessels, aligning with domestic maritime laws and defense transportation priorities. The absence of a designated point of contact suggests procedural standardization, and all submissions must be made through the DIBBS portal linked in the posting, where detailed technical and compliance parameters are expected to be available for prospective subcontractors.