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Ocean Transportation and U.S.-Flag Vessel Logistics

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Response Deadline08/17/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Defense → RED RIVER RECEIVING BLDGView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

TEXARKANA, TX, 75507-5000, US

Set-Aside

SBA

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Timeline

PostedAug 5

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Response DeadlineAug 17

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08/17/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 10 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → RED RIVER RECEIVING BLDG

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Full Description

Ocean freight logistics using U.S.-flagged vessels for overseas delivery, compliant with Cargo Preference Act requirements.

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