Domestic Freight and FOB Destination Delivery

The contract involves the domestic shipment of packaged insulation sleeving to DLA Distribution in San Diego under FOB Destination terms, meaning the carrier assumes all risk and responsibility for the goods until they are officially delivered to the designated location. This arrangement places the financial and logistical burden of transit, including potential damage or loss, on the transporter until receipt is confirmed at the destination. The procurement falls under NAICS code 484220, which classifies it as a transportation service related to trucking and warehousing. It is structured as a subcontract issued by the Nuclear Reactor Program under the Department of Defense, with the place of performance clearly identified as San Diego, California, with the ZIP code 92136-3581. The solicitation was posted on August 5, 2026, and responses must be submitted by August 17, 2026, indicating a tight turnaround for interested parties to submit proposals. The contract is part of a broader effort to supply specialized materials for nuclear reactor operations, emphasizing precision, timing, and secure handling of sensitive components.