U.S.-Flag Vessel Transportation for Sea Shipment

The contract requires the sea transportation of defense supplies using U.S.-flag vessels in strict compliance with the Jones Act and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clause DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring that all shipments adhere to statutory requirements for domestic maritime carriage. All transportation services must include complete documentation and follow established waiver procedures where applicable, with full accountability for regulatory adherence throughout the supply chain. The work is to be performed from Norfolk, Virginia, with the vessel fleet required to be owned and operated by U.S. entities under U.S. registry, supporting national security and domestic maritime industry goals. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain office, with a response deadline of August 3, 2026. The NAICS code 483111 identifies the classification as coastal and Great Lakes water transportation. All proposers must be prepared to meet stringent defense logistics standards, including compliance with federal regulations governing the movement of sensitive military cargo by sea, and must demonstrate proven capability in handling defense-related shipments through U.S.-flagged vessels. The contract emphasizes operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and timely delivery under U.S. jurisdiction.