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

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Response Deadline08/10/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires the arrangement of ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels that comply with the Jones Act, ensuring lawful and secure international shipment of cargo under Department of Defense guidelines. All services must adhere to DLA procedural notes and maintain full regulatory compliance throughout the logistics chain, emphasizing the use of vessels built, owned, and operated by U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The work is scoped for international movements and is governed by strict maritime and defense shipping protocols to support federal operational requirements. The solicitation, issued by the Fluid Handling Division under the Department of Defense, is classified as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 483111 for ocean transport. It was posted on July 30, 2026, and responses are due by August 10, 2026. Performance is centered at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, indicating logistical coordination tied to a strategic defense logistics hub. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or point of contact, and interested parties must access the full details through the official DIBBS portal using the provided link.

General Info

U.S.-flag vessels required for DoD ocean transport under Jones Act, compliance mandatory, bid due August 10, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISIONView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5002, US

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NONE

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PostedJul 30

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Response DeadlineAug 10

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08/10/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 10 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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Arrange ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in compliance with Jones Act and DLA procedural notes for international shipment.

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