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Ocean Freight Transportation – U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliance

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Submission Closed07/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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Aerospace Component Packaging and Palletization

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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75-day Dry Cargo Time Charter

Solicitation # N3220526R6134

Military Sealift Command Norfolk is soliciting a firm-fixed-price contract for a 75-day dry cargo time charter, with three additional 75-day option periods, to transport containerized ammunition. The requirement is for a self-sustaining U.S. or foreign flag vessel capable of carrying at least 600 TEUs, with a maximum length of 825 feet, a laden draft not exceeding 33 feet, and a minimum laden speed of 15 knots. The vessel will be delivered to and redelivered at Military Ocean Terminal Sunny Point, North Carolina. The charter is scheduled to commence on December 14, 2026, with a cancelling date of December 18, 2026. This is a total small-business set-aside acquisition under NAICS code 483111. Award will be made based on the lowest price, technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, utilizing a tiered preference system that prioritizes VISA priority and domestic shipyard usage. Technical evaluations will focus on capability, experience, operational controls, and past performance, while also ensuring compliance with classified mission requirements and HAZMAT compatibility for Hazard Class material. The contractor must provide at least two supercargo and adhere to strict cybersecurity protocols for MECK laptops and CUI confidentiality. Proposals are due by September 17, 2026, and must include a ship name, price, and verifiable signature. Invoicing is managed electronically via Wide Area Work Flow, and labor rates are governed by Department of Labor Wage Determination 2019-0288.

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Palletization Services

FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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Military Packaging and Marking Services

ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION

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Military Packaging and Palletization Services

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MIL-STD-129 Compliant Packaging and Labeling

ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Palletization Services

LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Labeling Services

MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Marking Services

ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Marking Services

ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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MIL-STD-129 Compliant Packaging and Palletization

MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

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Ocean Freight Transportation

LAND SUPPLIER OPNS ENGINES

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2 days ago

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in 9 days

AI Contract Overview

This contract requires the arrangement of ocean freight transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in strict compliance with DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring adherence to federal regulations mandating the use of American-flagged shipping for defense-related cargo. The contractor is responsible for securing vessel space, preparing and submitting accurate bill of lading documentation, and initiating any necessary waiver requests if U.S.-flag vessel availability cannot be met, with all processes to be completed within the specified timeline. Performance is centered at NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, with the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division as the overseeing agency under the NAICS code 483111 for ocean freight transportation. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract with a response deadline of July 20, 2026, and was posted on July 15, 2026, allowing interested parties a limited window to submit proposals. There is no set-aside designation indicated, and while the point of contact details are not provided, the official UI link directs to the DIBBS platform for further submission and information access. All activities must align with the contractual obligation to prioritize U.S.-flag vessels while maintaining full compliance with documentation and waiver procedures as mandated by defense contracting regulations.