Ocean Transportation and Cargo Shipment Reporting

The contract requires the arrangement of ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in strict compliance with 10 U.S.C. § 2631, mandating preference for American-owned and operated ships for cargo movement. Where U.S.-flag vessels are not available or feasible, the contractor must obtain and document all necessary statutory waivers prior to utilizing foreign-flag alternatives. All cargo movements must be fully tracked and reported through detailed, accurate submissions that include comprehensive shipment data to ensure transparency and regulatory adherence. The work is tied to a specific performance location at Camp Pendleton with the ZIP code 92055-5630, and the contracting entity falls under the Department of Defense through the Subsistence FSE Supply Chain organization. The contract is classified as a subcontract with a North American Industry Classification System code of 483110, indicating its focus on ocean transport services. Responses are due by May 18, 2026, following a posting on May 13, 2026, and the solicitation is accessible through the DIBBS platform.