Overseas Logistics and Sea Transportation

The contract requires the arrangement and management of ocean transportation for medical gloves to an overseas APO destination, with strict compliance mandated for the use of U.S.-flag vessels as dictated by federal law. The shipment is intended for a military logistics hub identified by the ZIP code 96218, and the carrier must ensure secure, timely, and fully compliant movement of goods under applicable maritime regulations. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 483111, indicating it is specific to ocean freight transport services, and is classified as a subcontract within the Department of Defense's Medical Supply Chain framework. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with responses due by August 5, 2026, leaving a limited window for potential vendors to submit proposals. The place of performance is clearly defined as APO with no additional state or city details, emphasizing the military nature of the destination. The contracting office is part of the Defense Logistics Agency’s medical supply operations, and while no point of contact or set-aside provisions are specified, all proposers must be prepared to demonstrate capability in handling regulated international maritime transport under U.S. flag requirements and meet the operational demands of servicing military overseas locations.