Cold-Chain Logistics and Refrigerated Transportation

The contract entails the provision of refrigerated transportation and cold-chain logistics services to safely deliver perishable food items to various locations throughout Virginia, with deliveries scheduled up to three times per week. The work is classified under NAICS code 484220, which designates it as a specialized freight transportation service requiring precise temperature control to maintain product integrity and safety throughout transit. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Defense under the W7N5 USPFO Activity VA ARNG, indicating it supports military or federal supply chain needs for perishable goods. Proposals must be submitted by June 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM, with no set-aside provisions identified, meaning it is open to all eligible subcontractors regardless of business size or certification status. The performance location spans multiple sites across Virginia without a single designated hub, requiring flexible routing and scheduling capabilities. The contract is posted on SAM.gov under the solicitation identifier b9e848ab66024fb58ae95a03cdca6ef5, and potential bidders are expected to have robust cold-chain infrastructure, experienced logistics personnel, and systems to ensure compliance with food safety and temperature monitoring standards throughout the delivery process.