U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation (Contingency)

This contract requires the use of U.S.-flag vessels for ocean transportation unless a waiver is granted, and it must fully comply with Department of Defense ocean freight regulations, specifically Clause 252.247-7025. The requirement ensures adherence to U.S. maritime law and supports domestic shipping capabilities, particularly in contingency operations. The contract is structured as a subcontract under a Women-Owned Small Business Set-Aside, narrowing eligibility to businesses certified as women-owned and small, with the NAICS code 483111 indicating ocean freight transportation services. Performance is designated for Tracy, California, with a ZIP code of 95304-5000, specifying the location where delivery or related activities must be coordinated. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with responses due by August 10, 2026, and is issued under the Nuclear Reactor Program within the Department of Defense, indicating the transportation is linked to sensitive or critical defense-related material.