Equipment Delivery and Logistics (DAP)

The contract pertains to the logistics management for the delivery of sensitive scientific equipment under DAP Incoterms® 2020, requiring full responsibility for transportation, customs clearance, and compliance with all import regulations until the equipment reaches the designated destination. The contractor must ensure secure, timely, and compliant handling of high-value scientific instruments, managing all documentation and regulatory requirements associated with international or cross-border transport. The terms imply end-to-end responsibility for the physical movement and legal clearance of the equipment, with risk transferring only upon delivery at the agreed-upon location. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 484220, which corresponds to truck transportation for scenic and sightseeing purposes, though in this context it likely references specialized freight services for sensitive cargo. The University of Michigan, through its Michigan office, is the contracting entity, and responses are due by July 8, 2026, with the posting date listed as June 29, 2026. No specific place of performance or point of contact is provided, and no set-aside designation applies. Interested parties must access the complete solicitation details via the provided link, as additional technical, security, or compliance requirements beyond logistics and customs may be outlined in the full bid package.