Ocean Transportation of Fuel via U.S.-Flag Vessels

The contract involves the ocean transportation of bulk fuel using U.S.-flagged vessels under strict compliance with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and the Merchant Marine Act. All operations must adhere to federal maritime regulations, ensuring that only vessels properly certified and documented under U.S. law are utilized for transport. The movement of fuel is governed by the use of official bills of lading to maintain full traceability and accountability from origin to destination, and all vessels must hold valid certifications to confirm their eligibility and operational compliance. This subcontract, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, is classified under NAICS code 483111 for Deep Sea Foreign Transportation of Freight. The work is part of a broader effort to secure reliable and legally compliant fuel logistics for national defense purposes, leveraging U.S.-owned and -crewed maritime assets to meet statutory requirements. The contract was posted on July 19, 2026, and the performance location is not specified, indicating a potentially wide operational scope across international and domestic waterways.