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Ocean Transportation Certification

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Response Deadline08/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This contract requires strict compliance with the Cargo Preference Act for any ocean transportation services, mandating that U.S.-flag vessels be used unless a formal request for a foreign-flag vessel is submitted and approved at least 45 days in advance. The obligation applies to all ocean freight associated with this subcontract under the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, with performance activities centered in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, 17070-5002. The solicitation, posted on August 9, 2026, has a firm response deadline of August 20, 2026, and is classified under NAICS code 483111 for ocean transportation. All parties must ensure timely certification or waiver requests to avoid noncompliance, as failure to adhere to the required lead time or vessel preference rules may result in contract violations or financial penalties.

General Info

Use U.S.-flag vessels for ocean freight under DoD contract, 45-day advance waiver required, New Cumberland, Pennsylvania.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISIONView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5002, US

Set-Aside

NONE

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PostedAug 9

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Response DeadlineAug 20

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Response Deadline

08/20/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 11 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FLUID HANDLING DIVISION

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For any ocean transport, certify use of U.S.-flag vessels or request foreign-flag vessel use 45 days in advance in compliance with the Cargo Preference Act.

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