U.S.-Flag Vessel Transportation and Ocean Logistics

The contract mandates the arrangement and management of ocean shipments for supplies using U.S.-flag vessels, ensuring full compliance with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and the Merchant Marine Act. This includes the complete lifecycle of logistics coordination—from scheduling and documentation to invoicing—all while adhering to strict regulatory requirements that prioritize national maritime interests and domestic shipping capacity. Performance is centered in Norfolk, Virginia, with all activities required to meet the specific standards set by the Department of Defense’s Land Supply Chain under the NAICS code 483111, indicating a focus on deep sea foreign transit of cargo. This is a subcontract opportunity with a response deadline of August 3, 2026, and was posted on July 21, 2026. The contracting activity involves no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to eligible contractors regardless of business size or status. While no point of contact is listed, all correspondence and submissions must follow federal procurement protocols under the specified solicitation framework. Contractors must demonstrate robust capabilities in ocean logistics, knowledge of DFARS compliance, and experience managing end-to-end documentation for government shipments via U.S.-owned and operated vessels.