Ocean Transportation of Supplies

This contract requires the provision of ocean freight logistics services using U.S.-flag vessels to transport defense-related cargo, ensuring compliance with federal requirements for domestic maritime transportation. The work must be performed under strict guidelines that mandate documentation of outreach efforts to U.S.-based carriers and formal waiver requests whenever foreign-flag vessels are considered for use, emphasizing adherence to the Jones Act and national security shipping policies. Performance is centered at Fort A P Hill with a zip code of 22427, and the contract is classified as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483111 for ocean transportation of freight. The opportunity was posted on July 16, 2026, with responses due by July 27, 2026, under the auspices of the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain through the DIBBS procurement portal. While no set-aside designation is specified, the contract is tightly scoped to secure reliable, secure, and legally compliant maritime movement of critical defense supplies using only American-owned and operated vessels unless a documented waiver is secured and approved. All participants must demonstrate proven capacity to meet stringent regulatory and operational standards for defense logistics.