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U.S.-Flag Vessel Ocean Transport

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Response Deadline09/21/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract involves the ocean transportation of equipment for prime contractors supporting DLA Troop Support contracts. The service provider is responsible for utilizing U.S.-flagged vessels in accordance with cargo preference laws and must provide documented evidence of diligent efforts to secure such carriers. Key deliverables include the submission of rated on-board vessel operating carrier ocean bills of lading to the Contracting Officer and MARAD, ensuring all equipment is delivered to the final discharge port. Managed by the Department of Defense under the Subsistence FSE Supply Chain agency, the contract falls under NAICS code 483111. The solicitation was posted on September 16, 2026, with a response deadline of September 21, 2026.

General Info

U.S.-flagged ocean transportation of equipment for DLA Troop Support under NAICS 483111.

Agency

Department Of Defense → SUBSISTENCE FSE SUPPLY CHAINView Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE3SE-26-Q-0477.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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COOKER, STEAM

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PostedSep 16

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Response DeadlineSep 21

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → SUBSISTENCE FSE SUPPLY CHAIN

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Performs ocean transportation of equipment for prime contractors delivering DLA Troop Support contracts using U.S.-flagged vessels. Secures U.S.-flag carriers per cargo preference laws and provides documented evidence of diligent efforts. Submits rated on-board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading to the Contracting Officer and MARAD. Delivers equipment to the final discharge port.

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