Ocean Freight via U.S.-Flag Vessels

The contract requires the arrangement of international ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in compliance with cargo preference laws, ensuring that U.S.-owned and U.S.-crewed ships are utilized for moving cargo abroad. If circumstances necessitate the use of non-U.S. flagged vessels, a formal waiver justification must be submitted and approved prior to execution. The scope is tied to a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, with performance centered in Bremerton, Washington, at the 98314-6001 ZIP code. The solicitation is classified under NAICS code 483110, which pertains to deep-sea foreign water transportation, and is open for response until August 7, 2026, following a posted date of July 27, 2026. All parties must adhere strictly to federal regulations governing the use of American maritime carriers for defense-related shipments.