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Vessel Stevedoring – Breakbulk Cargo Loading/Unloading

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The contract involves providing stevedoring services for the manual and equipment-assisted loading and unloading of breakbulk cargo, which includes vehicles, machinery, and containers on military and government vessels. This work also encompasses handling cargo lashings and hatch operations, essential for securing and accessing cargo efficiently. The service is to be performed primarily at the port of Wilhelmshaven. This subcontract, categorized under NAICS code 488320, is overseen by the Department of Defense through Ustranscom-aq. It was posted on April 23, 2026, with no specified set-aside or particular organization type requirements. The contract emphasizes specialized handling to support military and governmental logistics, ensuring the safe and effective transfer of critical equipment and cargo.

General Info

Provide stevedoring services for loading/unloading breakbulk cargo on military vessels at Wilhelmshaven port.

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Department Of Defense → Ustranscom-aqView Agency

NAICS

488320 - Marine Cargo HandlingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Wilhelmshaven, IL, DEU

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PostedApr 23

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → Ustranscom-aq

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Manual and equipment-assisted loading and unloading of breakbulk cargo such as vehicles, machinery, and containers from military and government vessels, including cargo lashings and hatch operations.

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