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U.S.-Flag Vessel Shipping Coordination and Compliance

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NAICS: 483111

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U.S.-Flag Ocean TransportationThis subcontract involves providing U.S.-flag ocean transportation services for prime contractors supporting the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Maritime Supply Chain. The selected provider will be responsible for transporting goods via U.S.-flagged vessels, delivering commodities to the designated port of final discharge, and issuing rated on board vessel operating carrier ocean bills of lading. Additionally, the contractor is required to report all operational efforts to the Maritime Administration. The project is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is centered in Pascagoula. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 23, 2026, to be considered for this maritime logistics requirement.

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Ocean and Domestic Freight TransportThis subcontract opportunity, titled Ocean and Domestic Freight Transport, is issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate. The scope of work involves the transportation of procured items for prime contractors on Defense Logistics Agency supply contracts, moving goods from the point of origin to the final discharge port. Key responsibilities include coordinating port loading and discharge, managing gross weight and cubic feet calculations, and ensuring the use of U.S.-flag vessels for all ocean shipments. The contractor is further responsible for delivering items to their final destination and providing necessary vessel flag representation. This requirement falls under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties should note that the response deadline is November 27, 2026.

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Double-Hull Tanker CharterThis subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense through Mschq Norfolk, requires the provision of a clean, double-hull tanker to support Military Sealift Command strategic sealift projects. The vessel must be either U.S. or foreign-flagged and equipped with segregated ballast tanks and an inert gas system. Strict physical constraints apply, including a maximum length overall of 213.34 meters, a maximum beam of 50.00 meters, a maximum deadweight tonnage of 50,000 MT, and a maximum displacement of 180,000 MT. For vessels aged between 15 and 20 years, a classification society rating of 2 or better is mandatory. The operational vessel will be utilized for a specified charter period with performance taking place in Subic, Philippines. Interested parties must adhere to the timeline associated with the November 2026 posting, ensuring the vessel meets all technical and safety specifications to be delivered in fully operational condition.

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Tanker Voyage Charter

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N35C-27-019

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk is conducting market research via a Sources Sought Notice for a Tanker Voyage Charter under NAICS 483111. The requirement is for a clean, double-hull tanker, either U.S. or foreign-flagged, capable of transporting a minimum of 310,000 BBLS of JA1 using double-valve isolation. The vessel must be equipped with an inert gas system and segregated ballast tanks. Key physical constraints include a maximum length overall of 200 meters, a maximum deadweight tonnage of 80,000 MT, a maximum displacement of 58,930 MT, and a maximum draft of 12.35 meters when carrying the specified cargo. The vessel must be less than 20 years old for the duration of the charter, and any vessel exceeding 15 years must be enrolled in a classification society condition assessment program with a rating of 2 or better. The intended voyage involves loading at Sitra, Bahrain, and discharging at Mesaieed, Qatar, with laydays commencing on January 16, 2027, and cancelling on January 17, 2027. Interested parties must submit company information, including their Unique Entity Identifier and small business standing, along with vessel details such as the Q88, a stowage plan, and proposed lump sum charter rates and demurrage. Responses are due by November 19, 2026, to the point of contact, Jordan Morrison. This notice is for information purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment to pay costs.

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TANKER VOYAGE CHARTER

Solicitation # N32205-SS-N35C-27-021

The Military Sealift Command Norfolk, Strategic Sealift Program Support Office, has issued Sources Sought Notice N32205-SS-N35C-27-021 to conduct market research for a tanker voyage charter. The requirement involves the transport of 100,000 BBLs of JP5 and 180,000 BBLs of F76, with loading intended at Subic Bay, Philippines, and discharge at Doraleh, Djibouti, and Diego Garcia, BIOT. The performance period specifies laydays commencing January 22, 2027, and cancelling January 23, 2027. Eligible vessels must be clean, double-hull tankers, either U.S. or foreign-flagged, equipped with an inert gas system and segregated ballast tanks. Technical constraints include a maximum length overall of 213.34 meters, a maximum beam of 50.00 meters, a maximum deadweight tonnage of 50,000 MT, and a maximum displacement of 180,000 MT. Vessels must be less than 20 years old for the duration of the charter; those exceeding 15 years must be enrolled in a classification society condition assessment program with a rating of 2 or better. Interested parties under NAICS 483111, with a small business size limit of 500 employees, must submit their company name, Unique Entity Identifier, CAGE code, contact information, and small business standing. Additionally, respondents should provide lump sum charter rates, demurrage, and any alternative ship features. Responses are due by November 18, 2027, at 11:00 AM Eastern Time.

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LPG Maritime Freight and ShippingThis subcontract for LPG Maritime Freight and Shipping involves the transport of 2,500 MT of imported LPG to the port of Karachi, Pakistan, in support of procurement projects for the Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd. The scope of work includes chartering LPG carriers, managing vessel scheduling, and overseeing loading operations at export terminals to ensure successful transit and delivery. To qualify for this engagement, providers must utilize specialized LPG tanker vessels and maintain all necessary international maritime safety certifications. The project is categorized under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline set for November 24, 2026.

Pakistan State Oil Company Ltd

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U.S.-Flag Ocean TransportationThis subcontract involves the ocean transportation of commodities for prime contractors supporting Defense Logistics Agency supply contracts. The service provider is responsible for utilizing U.S.-flagged vessels to move cargo from the port of loading to the port of final discharge, ensuring full compliance with Department of Defense vessel requirements. Key deliverables include detailed reporting on gross weight, total ocean freight costs, and specific port data. Managed by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain under the Department of Defense, the performance of this contract is centered in Fort Carson. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 483111, with a response deadline set for November 23, 2026.

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Specialized Component Transport and LogisticsThe Specialized Component Transport and Logistics subcontract, issued by the Department of Defense under the DLA Weapons Support Land Supplier Operations Vehicle Support agency, involves the transportation and delivery of automotive components for prime contractors. The selected provider is responsible for managing shipment and storage marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and coordinating ocean freight specifically using U.S.-flag vessels. Key operational requirements include strict compliance with MARAD and DoD ocean transportation regulations, as well as the delivery of all necessary hardware and shipping documentation. The contractor must provide rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading to both the Contracting Officer and MARAD. Performance for this contract is centered in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under NAICS code 483111.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation ServicesThis subcontract for U.S.-Flag Ocean Transportation Services involves providing ocean transportation for prime contractors on MARAD and Department of Defense projects. The scope of work includes loading and shipping commodities using U.S.-flag vessels from the point of origin to the final discharge port. The contractor is responsible for providing rated on board vessel operating carrier's ocean bills of lading, which must detail the vessel name, flag of registry, port of loading and discharge, and the gross weight of the shipment. Managed by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supplier Opns Vehicle Spt under the Department of Defense, the performance of these services is centered in Tracy, California. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 483111. Interested parties must adhere to the timeline established by the posting date of November 11, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 23, 2026.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLIER OPNS VEHICLE SPT

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Specialized Freight and Ocean TransportationThis subcontract for Specialized Freight and Ocean Transportation supports the Defense Logistics Agency within the Department of Defense. The contractor is responsible for the transportation and delivery of maritime hardware for prime contractors on DLA Weapons Support projects, managing the entire shipment process from origin to the designated receiving office. Key operational requirements include providing detailed reporting on gross weight and the ports of loading and discharge, with all ocean transportation conducted via U.S.-flag vessels to ensure regulatory compliance. The project is categorized under NAICS code 483111 and is centered at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Interested parties should note the posting date of November 11, 2026, with a response deadline set for November 23, 2026.

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Specialized Freight and Transport for DLA ComponentsThis subcontract, titled Specialized Freight and Transport for DLA Components, involves the transportation and delivery of 184 filter element units for prime contractors supporting DLA supply contracts. The selected provider is responsible for coordinating the port of loading and final discharge while providing essential gross weight and cubic feet data. All shipments must utilize U.S.-flagged ocean vessels and freight carriers in strict accordance with Department of Defense ocean transportation regulations. Managed by the DLA Weapons Support Land Supply Chain under the Department of Defense, the work will be performed in New Cumberland. The opportunity was posted on November 11, 2026, with a response deadline of November 23, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 483111 for deepwater port operations.

DLA WEAPONS SUPPORT LAND SUPPLY CHAIN

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This subcontract, titled U.S.-Flag Vessel Shipping Coordination and Compliance, is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense. The primary objective of the agreement is to manage ocean transport logistics by securing U.S.-flag vessels for shipment or coordinating the necessary waiver requests when such vessels are unavailable. The contractor is responsible for ensuring strict adherence to DFARS 252.247-7023 regulations and maintaining timely reporting of all bills of lading. Operating under NAICS code 483111, the contract focuses on regulatory compliance and the efficient movement of cargo via approved maritime channels.

General Info

DLA subcontract for U.S.-flag vessel shipping coordination and DFARS regulatory compliance management.

Agency

Department Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of SPE7M0-26-T-9885.

The full solicitation package (2 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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PostedJul 9

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Defense Logistics Agency

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Full Description

Arrange ocean transport using a U.S.-flag vessel or prepare waiver requests, ensuring compliance with DFARS 252.247-7023 and timely bill of lading reporting.