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FOB Destination Shipment via Fastest Traceable Method

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Submission Closed06/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 483111

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Mschq Norfolk

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The contract requires the arrangement and execution of an FOB destination shipment for packaged bushings to a U.S. Navy vessel, ensuring delivery through the fastest traceable shipping method available, explicitly excluding parcel post. The shipment destination is specified as FPO 34092, indicating a Fleet Post Office location used for military mail deliveries. This subcontract is issued by the ASC Commodities Division under the Department of Defense and is classified under NAICS code 483111, which pertains to deep sea freight transportation. The solicitation was posted on May 31, 2026, with a response deadline of June 8, 2026. While the contract type is identified as a subcontract, there is no indication of any set-aside preferences or requirements for specific organization types. The primary emphasis is on timely, secure, and trackable shipment to the designated military address, reflecting the priority placed on efficient logistic support for defense operations.

General Info

FOB destination shipment of packaged bushings to U.S. Navy via fast, traceable shipping only.

Agency

Department Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

NAICS

483111 - Deep Sea Freight Transportation View NAICS

Place of Performance

FPO, AA, 34092, US

Set-Aside

NONE

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PhaseClosed

PostedMay 31

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Response DeadlineJun 8

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Submission Closed

06/08/2026, 05:00:00 PM UTC

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AgencyDepartment Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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Department Of Defense → ASC COMMODITIES DIVISION

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Full Description

Arrange and execute FOB destination shipment of the packaged bushing to a U.S. Navy vessel using the fastest traceable method, excluding parcel post.