Commercial Motor Sourcing and Logistics Coordination

The contract seeks to source commercially available AC motors that comply with military specifications, focusing on procurement efficiency and adherence to defense standards. The contractor is responsible for managing the full logistics chain from procurement through delivery to the forward operating base origin, ensuring timely and accurate fulfillment of requirements. This includes coordinating transportation, handling customs and regulatory compliance, and maintaining traceability throughout the supply chain to support operational readiness. In addition to procurement and logistics, the contractor must provide comprehensive technical data packages to evaluate potential substitutions for the required motors. These evaluations must include sufficient documentation to demonstrate equivalency in performance, durability, and compatibility under military operating conditions. The contract is structured as a small business set-aside under the SBA’s Total Small Business Set-Aside program, specifically targeted at businesses classified under NAICS code 423690, reflecting its focus on wholesale trade of industrial equipment. The solicitation was posted in July 2026 with a response deadline in early August 2026, and it is administered by the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain office.