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The contract requires the safe and compliant transportation of a cryostat from the manufacturer to the National Institute of Standards and Technology facility in Gaithersburg, Maryland, encompassing all logistics necessary for domestic or international shipment. This includes specialized packaging that meets regulatory and safety standards for sensitive scientific equipment, comprehensive risk management protocols to mitigate damage or delay during transit, and coordination of customs clearance if the shipment crosses international borders. The bidder must ensure seamless delivery coordination to meet the facility’s receipt requirements and timelines. Performance is governed under NAICS code 484220 for freight transportation arrangement and is classified as a subcontract under the Department of Commerce, NIST. The solicitation was posted on July 24, 2026, with responses due by August 3, 2026, and the place of performance is firmly established at the Gaithersburg facility with ZIP code 20899. While no set-aside type is specified, the contract demands a high level of precision, documentation, and accountability due to the critical nature of the equipment and its intended use in federal scientific research.

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Transport cryostat to NIST Gaithersburg with compliant packaging, risk management, and customs clearance under NAICS 484220.

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Department Of Commerce NistView Agency

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484220 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, LocalView NAICS

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Gaithersburg, MD, 20899, USA

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Transportation of the cryostat from manufacturer to NIST facility in Gaithersburg, MD, including compliant packaging, risk management, customs clearance if applicable, and final delivery coordination.

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