U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services

The contract seeks ocean transport services for defense supplies using U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation 47.503 and the Cargo Preference Act, which mandates the use of American-flagged ships for transporting government cargo unless a formal waiver is granted. This subcontract is part of the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain initiative, focusing on maintaining secure and compliant logistics for military goods through maritime routes. All services must be performed in alignment with federal requirements governing the preferential use of domestically owned and operated vessels. The opportunity is posted under NAICS code 483111 for Ocean Transportation, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026, and a posted date of July 5, 2026. Performance is designated for New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, indicating the primary location where delivery coordination or oversight will occur. The solicitation is open to qualified subcontractors capable of providing reliable, secure, and regulatory-compliant ocean freight services, with an emphasis on adherence to U.S. maritime laws and defense supply chain protocols. No set-aside designation is specified, meaning the contract is open to any eligible entity meeting the technical and legal requirements.