Transportation of Supplies by Sea

This contract involves the ocean transport of finished goods using U.S.-flagged vessels to fulfill overseas or inter-island delivery requirements, strictly adhering to the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement section 252.247-7023 and the Cargo Preference Act. All shipments must comply with federal mandates that prioritize the use of American-owned, -crewed, and -flagged vessels for transporting government-funded cargo, ensuring national security and domestic maritime industry support. The transportation services are critical for supplying Department of Defense logistics, with performance centered at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and delivery destinations requiring full compliance with U.S. maritime regulations. The contract is structured as a subcontract with a solicitation posting date of July 16, 2026, and a response deadline of July 24, 2026. It falls under the NAICS code 483111, which designates ocean freight transportation. The contracting activity is under the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION within the Department of Defense, and the procurement is managed through the DIBBS system with the solicitation number SPE4A526T292F. All responders must demonstrate capability to meet cargo preference obligations, maintain vessel eligibility, and provide documentation proving compliance with U.S. flag vessel use, with no exceptions permitted for foreign-flagged carriers under this requirement.