U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation (If Applicable)

This contract requires ocean freight shipping services using U.S.-flagged vessels to support overseas deliveries for the Defense Logistics Agency, strictly adhering to the Cargo Preference Act, which mandates the use of American-owned, -crewed, and -flagged ships for transporting government cargo. The services are intended to fulfill DLA’s logistical needs and must comply with all federal regulations governing the use of U.S. maritime assets in international shipments. The place of performance is specified as Keyport, WA, with a ZIP code of 98345-7610, indicating the location from which coordination and oversight may be managed, though the actual shipping operations will occur globally. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 483111, which corresponds to deep sea foreign transportation of freight, confirming the international scope of the work. The solicitation was posted on August 4, 2026, with responses due by August 17, 2026, allowing interested parties a two-week window to submit proposals. The sponsoring organization is the Fluid Handling Division within the Department of Defense, suggesting this shipping requirement likely involves specialized equipment or hazardous materials transport requiring particular handling protocols under maritime law. Participation is governed by the terms and conditions outlined in the DIBBS system under solicitation number SPE7M426T299L.