Sea Transportation of Supplies (U.S.-Flag Vessels)

The contract involves arranging and managing the sea transport of packaged supplies using U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring full compliance with cargo preference laws that require the use of American-owned and U.S.-crewed ships for government-sponsored freight. Performance under this agreement demands strict adherence to timelines and documentation standards, particularly the timely submission of ocean bills of lading to maintain supply chain accountability and regulatory compliance. The work is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, designated for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under the NAICS code 483111, which classifies it as coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. The solicitation is managed by the Maritime Supply Chain organization within the Department of Defense, with a response deadline of August 19, 2026, and a posted date of August 4, 2026, allowing eligible small businesses ample time to prepare and submit proposals. There is no specified place of performance or point of contact provided, and the contract is accessible via the DIBBS portal for further details.