Ocean Transportation & U.S.-Flag Vessel Logistics

The contract seeks to arrange ocean transportation services using U.S.-flag vessels for the Department of Defense’s Subsistence FSE Supply Chain, requiring full compliance with federal regulations governing maritime logistics. Contractors must manage all aspects of shipment including documentation, compliance reporting, and coordination to ensure adherence to U.S. maritime laws and defense supply chain protocols. Services are to be performed under a subcontract arrangement with no set-aside classifications, and must utilize vessels registered under the U.S. flag to meet statutory requirements for national security and domestic maritime capacity. The solicitation, identified by the number SPE3SE26Q0235 and NAICS code 483111 for ocean transportation, was posted on April 22, 2026, with a response deadline of April 24, 2026. Performance location details are unspecified, but the work is tied to Department of Defense subsistence supply operations, implying movement of food and essential provisions. All parties must ensure timely delivery, accurate record keeping, and complete documentation to satisfy federal oversight standards. Access to the full solicitation is available through the DIBBS portal.