Specialized Sea Transportation of Supplies

The contract pertains to specialized sea freight logistics for the delivery of supplies to USNS MT WHITNEY LCC 20 at FPO AE 09517-3310 under FOB Destination terms, ensuring that title and risk transfer to the government only upon arrival at the final destination. All transportation activities must strictly comply with DFARS transportation clauses, incorporating federal defense procurement standards for security, documentation, and operational integrity. The service is classified under NAICS code 488310 for other support activities for water transportation, indicating the need for expertise in military or government-specific maritime logistics. This is a subcontract opportunity posted by the Maritime Supply Chain division of the Department of Defense, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026. The place of performance is designated as FPO with zip code 09517-3310, which indicates delivery to a U.S. military vessel operating in a foreign or overseas location. There is no set-aside designation specified, meaning the contract is open to all eligible subcontractors regardless of business size or status. Bidders must ensure full compliance with military shipping requirements, timing precision, and documentation protocols to meet the operational needs of the Navy vessel. The solicitation can be accessed through the DIBBS platform for further details and submission instructions.