Ocean Transportation and Freight Logistics

The contract requires the arrangement of ocean transportation services using U.S.-flag vessels to comply with cargo preference laws, ensuring that federal cargo is transported on vessels owned and operated by American entities. Timely notification must be provided to the Maritime Administration and the Contracting Officer regarding all transportation arrangements, maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements. The scope encompasses end-to-end freight logistics, including planning, coordination, and execution of maritime shipments, all tied to the performance location at Tinker Air Force Base with the ZIP code 73145-8000. The contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483111, which corresponds to ocean transportation, and is managed by the ASC Commodities Division under the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 20, 2026, with a response deadline of July 28, 2026, indicating a compressed timeline for submissions. Interested parties must be prepared to demonstrate compliance with U.S. maritime regulations and provide evidence of capability to operate under the cargo preference framework, while ensuring seamless logistics coordination with the government entity at the specified performance location.