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U.S.-Flag Vessel Shipping & Ocean Transportation Coordination

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This contract requires the arrangement of ocean transport for defense items using U.S.-flag vessels in full compliance with DFARS 252.247-7023, mandating strict adherence to domestic shipping requirements for sensitive military cargo. If foreign-flag vessels are deemed necessary, the contractor must initiate and manage all required waiver filings and notify the Maritime Administration (MARAD) through proper channels, ensuring regulatory compliance is maintained throughout the transportation process. The work is tied to a subcontract under the Department of Defense, specifically for the Construction & Equipment T & IFO EQ office, with performance centered in Newport, Rhode Island, at ZIP code 02841-1703. The solicitation, identified by the NAICS code 483110 for Ocean Freight Transportation, was posted on July 29, 2026, with responses due by August 10, 2026. All proposals must demonstrate capability to securely and efficiently coordinate ocean shipping under strict defense logistics protocols, including documentation, compliance tracking, and contingency planning for vessel substitutions. While the solicitation number is not provided in the data, the official portal for submissions and further details is available through the DIBBS system at the specified URL, where potential bidders should verify all requirements before responding.

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Use U.S.-flag vessels for defense cargo in Newport, RI; waive foreign vessels via MARAD; comply with DFARS 252.247-7023.

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NEWPORT, RI, 02841-1703, US

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → CONSTRUCTION & EQUIPMENT T & IFO EQ
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Arrange ocean transport of defense items using U.S.-flag vessels per DFARS 252.247-7023, including waiver filings and MARAD notifications if foreign vessels are needed.

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