USA Maritime writes in strong support of the proposed changes to DFARS by removing the solicitation provision at DFARS 252.247-7022 and revising the contract clause at DFARS 252.247-7023, streamlining instructions to contractors regarding the required notifications to the federal government of transportation of supplies by sea. The announced changes will simplify the process and give MARAD a more realistic timeline to find appropriate U.S.-flag carriers and their American crews.
USA Maritime is a coalition of international-trading carriers, unions, and maritime associations working together to expand and secure the role of the U.S.-flag fleet in international shipping by protecting the Maritime Security Program and cargo preference laws. The Department of Defense has long depended on the members of USA Maritime to move sensitive defense material, deliver goods to the harshest conditions, and withstand enemy attacks. Time and time again, our members have delivered.
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