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

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Federal

Submission Closed07/23/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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DIBBS

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

POSTED

DEADLINE

MIL-STD-129 Compliant Packaging and Palletization

MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN

POSTED

DEADLINE

Ocean Freight Transportation

LAND SUPPLIER OPNS ENGINES

POSTED

2 days ago

DEADLINE

in 9 days

AI Contract Overview

The contract mandates the ocean freight transportation of goods using U.S.-flag vessels in strict adherence to DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring compliance with U.S. maritime regulations and priority for American-flagged shipping. This requirement encompasses all necessary export documentation and full maritime compliance to meet federal defense supply chain standards. The work is tied to a specific delivery location in Portsmouth, Virginia, with zip code 23709-1001, indicating the destination for the transported items. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 483111, which corresponds to deep sea, coastal, and great lakes water transportation. The solicitation is issued by the Department of Defense through the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys office and is open for response until July 23, 2026, with an initial posting date of July 12, 2026. Participation requires full awareness and implementation of all statutory and regulatory obligations associated with using U.S.-flag vessels for defense-related ocean transport.

General Info

U.S.-flag ocean freight to Portsmouth, VA 23709-1001 per DFARS, NAICS 483111, DoD solicitation until July 23, 2026

Agency

Department Of Defense → MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYSView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

PORTSMOUTH, VA, 23709-1001, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7M0-26-T-002S.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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CONNECTOR, FLUID, PUM

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJul 12

subcontract

Response DeadlineJul 23

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Submission Closed

07/23/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYS

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Department Of Defense → MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYS

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Full Description

Transportation of the item via ocean freight using U.S.-flag vessels as required by DFARS 252.247-7023, including export documentation and maritime compliance.