U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services

The contract requires the provision of ocean transportation services for supplies between U.S. ports and overseas locations using exclusively U.S.-flagged vessels, ensuring strict compliance with the Cargo Preference Act and DFARS 252.247-7023. This obligation mandates that a specified percentage of cargo be carried on vessels owned and operated under the U.S. flag, supporting national security and maritime interests. The services are intended to support the Department of Defense’s medical supply chain operations, with performance centered at Fort Stewart, Georgia, and encompassing the secure and timely movement of critical medical and logistical supplies to international destinations. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 483111, which pertains to ocean freight transport, and was posted on May 12, 2026, with responses due by May 18, 2026. Although the solicitation number is not provided, the contract is accessible through the DIBBS system under the reference SPE2DP26T3377. No set-aside provisions are specified, and the contracting activity is managed by the Medical Supply Chain Pharm FSA within the Department of Defense, emphasizing the operational necessity of reliable, legally compliant maritime logistics for military medical readiness.