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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Forwarder

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Federal

Response Deadline10/09/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract opportunity, issued by the Active Devices Division of the Department of Defense, seeks a U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Forwarder to provide ocean transportation services for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The selected provider is responsible for securing U.S.-flag vessels, documenting all diligent efforts to obtain such carriers, and delivering cargo to the final discharge point along with all required shipping documentation. Key operational requirements include providing detailed ocean bills of lading that specify the vessel name, flag, loading and discharge ports, and gross weight. Additionally, the contractor must report all shipment details to MARAD. This requirement falls under NAICS code 488210, with a response deadline of October 9, 2026.

General Info

DoD seeks U.S.-flag ocean freight forwarder for supply contracts; deadline October 9, 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

NAICS

488210 - Support Activities for Rail Transportation

Place of Performance

USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7M5-26-T-539L.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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DUMMY LOAD, ELECTRICAL

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Timeline

PostedSep 28

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Response DeadlineOct 9

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Response Deadline

10/09/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTCin 11 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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Full Description

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Performs ocean transportation for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. Secures U.S.-flag vessels for transport and provides documented diligent efforts to secure U.S.-flag carriers. Provides ocean bills of lading detailing vessel name, flag, loading/discharge ports, and gross weight. Reports shipment details to MARAD. Delivers cargo to the final discharge point and required shipping documentation.

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