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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Shipping

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Submission Closed07/01/2026, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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ICE-CLASS TANKER (EXTENDED TERM CHARTER)

Solicitation # SS-26-162

The Military Sealift Command, under the Department of Defense, is seeking market research through Sources Sought Notice SS-26-162 regarding the price and availability of one U.S. flag, double hull, ice-class tanker for an extended term charter. This notice serves as an update to the previous notice SS-26-029. The required vessel must meet specific polar and IMO compliance standards, including requirements for cargo capacity, dimensions, speed, and the installation of CONSOL stations and fuel delivery stations. Interested parties must provide detailed company and vessel information along with pricing data. The solicitation is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is managed by the Mschq Norfolk office. Responses are due by September 16, 2026. This request is for information purposes only and does not constitute a formal offer for a contract.

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Transportation

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Freight Transport

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Ocean Freight and Shipping Services

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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U.S.-Flag Vessel Freight TransportThis subcontract opportunity, posted by the Department of Defense under the agency Construction & Equipment Manu & Con, involves the ocean transport of tackle blocks for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The selected provider must utilize U.S.-flagged cargo vessels to transport goods to the designated port of final discharge. Key responsibilities include coordinating cargo loading and discharge, providing ocean bills of lading, and ensuring full compliance with MARAD reporting requirements regarding vessel flag and port data. The contract is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111, with the place of performance located in New Cumberland. Interested parties must respond by September 14, 2026. This requirement emphasizes strict adherence to U.S.-flag vessel regulations and comprehensive reporting to MARAD to ensure secure and compliant maritime logistics.

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DLA Compliant Packaging and ShippingThis subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division involves providing specialized military packaging for 104 key washers. The selected provider must ensure all materials are compliant with RP001 to prevent corrosion and damage during transit, while strictly adhering to DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement for all labeling and packaging. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must submit their responses by September 17, 2026, to provide hardware that is properly packaged and labeled for final shipment.

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Military Packaging and Marking ServicesThis subcontract for Military Packaging and Marking Services involves providing specialized packaging, marking, and palletization for prime contractors on DLA supply contracts. The contractor is responsible for delivering 50 units to DLA Distribution Cherry Point, ensuring all work adheres to MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-129 for marking, and RP001 for palletization. Additional requirements include the application of hazard warning labels in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 and DFARS 252.223-7001 using unit and intermediate containers. The project is managed by the ASC Supplier Oper OEM Division of the Department of Defense under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline of September 10, 2026.

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DLA Compliant Packaging and LogisticsThis subcontract opportunity with the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division focuses on providing specialized military packaging services for prime contractors on Defense Logistics Agency supply contracts. The selected provider will be responsible for packaging hardware in strict accordance with RP001 requirements to ensure item integrity during transit, utilizing military-grade labeling and marking equipment to deliver shipment-ready hardware. The project is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must respond by September 17, 2026, following the posting date of September 2, 2026.

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U.S.-Flag Ocean TransportationThis subcontract opportunity, posted by the Department of Defense ASC Commodities Division, seeks providers for U.S.-flag ocean transportation of aviation commodities. The selected contractor will be responsible for delivering cargo from the port of loading to the final discharge port, coordinating all loading and discharge points, and providing rated on board vessel operating carrier ocean bills of lading. A critical requirement of the contract is ensuring full MARAD compliance and documenting all diligent efforts to secure U.S.-flag carriers for prime contractors. The procurement is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of September 17, 2026. This effort supports the movement of essential aviation commodities under the oversight of the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division.

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Palletization ServicesThis subcontract for MIL-SPEC Packaging and Palletization Services supports prime contractors on DLA supply contracts through the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. The scope of work involves specialized packaging, marking, and palletization, ensuring all shipments are labeled according to MIL-STD-129 and palletized in accordance with RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements. The provider must utilize industrial labeling systems and MIL-SPEC materials to deliver shipments that are fully prepared for government transport. The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 483111. It was posted on September 2, 2026, with a response deadline of September 17, 2026.

ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation

ACTIVE DEVICES DIVISION

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MIL-SPEC Packaging and Shipping Services

DDSP NEW CUMBERLAND FACILITY

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AI Contract Overview

The contract requires the transportation of at least 50% of oceanic cargo by gross tonnage using U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring compliance with domestic shipping regulations and supporting national maritime interests. All shipments must be documented with bills of lading submitted within a 20- to 30-day window following the loading of cargo, emphasizing timely reporting and accountability in logistics operations. This is a subcontract under the Texas Department of Transportation, with performance tied to the location of Panola, though specific address details are not provided. The NAICS code 483111 confirms the scope as ocean freight transportation, and while the solicitation and response deadlines are listed as July 1, 2026, no set-aside information or point of contact is available, suggesting the contract may be issued under a broader program or as part of a larger procurement effort.