U.S.-Flag Vessel Transportation Logistics

The contract requires the arrangement of maritime transport for valves using U.S.-flagged vessels in strict compliance with the Jones Act and DFARS 252.247-7023, ensuring that all logistics meet federal regulations for domestic shipping and defense contracting. The movement of goods must be executed through vessels that are U.S.-owned, -crewed, -built, and -registered, with all operational requirements aligned to support national security and maritime sovereignty standards. Performance is centered at the New Cumberland facility with a ZIP code of 17070-5002, and the work falls under NAICS code 483110, which classifies the activity as water transportation of cargo. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Defense through the DDSP New Cumberland Facility, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, and a posted date of July 16, 2026. The contract does not specify a set-aside type or organization type, indicating it is open to qualified subcontractors regardless of size or status, provided they can demonstrate compliance with the stringent maritime and defense logistics requirements. Bidders must be prepared to validate vessel eligibility, documentation, and chain-of-custody procedures to meet the obligations outlined under DFARS and the Jones Act. All submissions and communications must be coordinated through the designated DIBBS portal.