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Ocean Transportation and U.S.-Flag Vessel Compliance

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Response Deadline08/03/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract requires the management of ocean transportation for medical supplies using U.S.-flag vessels in accordance with Clause 252.247-7023 and the Jones Act, ensuring full compliance with federal regulations that mandate the use of American-owned, -crewed, and -built vessels for cargo transported between U.S. ports. The scope centers on securing and coordinating maritime logistics to support the Department of Defense’s Medical Supply Chain, with all shipments subject to strict adherence to U.S. maritime law and contractual obligations. Performance is tied to Boise, Idaho, with the subcontract to be awarded under NAICS code 483111, indicating ocean freight transportation services. The solicitation was posted on July 26, 2026, and responses are due by August 3, 2026, with the contract issued through the DLA Dibbs portal. The recipient must demonstrate the capability to reliably transport critical medical supplies via compliant vessels while meeting all regulatory and operational requirements, with no alternative to U.S.-flag carriers permitted under the terms.

General Info

U.S.-flag vessels required for transporting medical supplies under Jones Act, DLA Dibbs, Boise, Idaho, compliance mandatory.

Agency

Department Of Defense → MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN MD SURG FSFView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

BOISE, ID, 83705-6521, US

Set-Aside

NONE

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PostedJul 26

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Response DeadlineAug 3

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08/03/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → MEDICAL SUPPLY CHAIN MD SURG FSF

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Manage ocean transport of supplies using U.S.-flag vessels where required and ensure compliance with Clause 252.247-7023 and Jones Act regulations.

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