U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services

This contract solicits U.S.-flag ocean freight transportation services to support defense logistics shipments under the requirements of the Buy American Act and Defense Logistics Agency policy. The services must be performed by vessels that are U.S.-flagged, ensuring compliance with federal statutes mandating domestic maritime involvement in government logistics. The contract is structured as a subcontract and is tied to the NAICS code 483111, which specifically designates ocean transportation of freight. Performance is to take place in San Diego, California, with the place of performance identified by a zip code, indicating a focused operational hub for logistics coordination. The solicitation was posted on July 9, 2026, and responses are due by July 20, 2026, allowing potential vendors a limited window to submit proposals. The awarding agency is the Department of Defense, specifically under the San Diego office, which will oversee compliance with defense supply chain standards. While no set-aside type is specified, the contractual obligations center on national security and industrial base priorities, requiring vendors to demonstrate capacity and readiness to transport defense-related cargo via U.S.-owned and -operated vessels. All services must align strictly with federal procurement regulations to ensure sovereignty and reliability in military logistics.