Ocean Transportation of Supplies Using U.S.-Flag Vessels

The contract requires the provision of ocean freight services using U.S.-flagged vessels to transport supplies in full compliance with the Cargo Preference Act and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement transportation requirements. All services must be performed using vessels registered under the U.S. flag to meet federal mandates for domestic carrier usage in defense-related logistics. The performance location is specified as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a ZIP code of 17070-5002, indicating the primary delivery and operational focus area. The NAICS code 483111 confirms the scope is specifically for ocean transportation of cargo, aligning with U.S. maritime shipping standards and defense logistics protocols. This is a subcontract solicitation issued by the Department of Defense under the Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support organization, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and a posted date of July 12, 2026. The solicitation number SPE7L326T115P is the identifier for proposal submission, and all bidders must adhere to strict compliance with federal regulations governing cargo preference and transportation sourcing. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to qualified U.S.-flag vessel operators regardless of business size or status, but adherence to U.S. vessel use remains mandatory. The opportunity is accessible through the DIBBS platform for detailed submission guidelines.