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

This contract requires the arrangement of ocean transportation using U.S.-flag vessels in compliance with DFARS 252.247-7024, mandating that all transport be conducted through vessels owned, operated, or chartered by U.S. citizens, with documented justification if U.S.-flag options are unavailable. The contractor must conduct a diligent search for available U.S.-flag vessels and formally document all efforts, including any failed attempts to secure service, to support potential waiver requests if compliance cannot be met. All documentation must be thorough and submitted according to federal guidelines to ensure transparent and accountable procurement practices. The contract is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration, with the North American Industry Classification System code 483111 aligning it with water transportation of crude oil or petroleum products. It was posted on August 2, 2026, with a response deadline of August 17, 2026, and is managed by the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate within the Department of Defense. The place of performance and specific office details are not provided, but the solicitation is accessible via the DIBBS platform, and all obligations are bound to federal acquisition regulations governing defense-related logistics and small business participation.