U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services

The contract seeks U.S.-flag ocean transportation services for the movement of relays, requiring full compliance with Department of Defense Logistics Agency policies and Maritime Administration regulations. All transport must be performed using vessels documented under the U.S. flag, ensuring adherence to domestic maritime laws and operational standards. Participants must be familiar with and prepared to navigate the established waiver processes should exceptions to standard requirements arise, though such waivers are not guaranteed and must be formally justified. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 483111 for U.S. water transportation of cargo, posted on July 22, 2026, with responses due by August 6, 2026. The contracting activity is managed by the Maritime Supply Chain division within the Department of Defense, and performance will occur across international ocean routes necessary to deliver the cargo. Interested parties must access the official DIBBS platform via the provided link to submit proposals and obtain full solicitation details, including technical specifications and submission protocols.