Freight Delivery and Logistics to NIST Gaithersburg

The contract requires secure transportation and delivery of an FE-SEM system to the NIST Shipping and Receiving facility located in Building 301 at Gaithersburg, Maryland, with a ZIP code of 20899. All logistics must ensure the safe handling and transit of this highly sensitive and valuable equipment, including proper packaging, climate control, and secure handling protocols to prevent damage or compromise during transit. Full insurance and comprehensive liability coverage are mandatory to protect against any loss, damage, or operational disruption arising from the shipment, with the carrier assuming responsibility for the equipment from origin through final delivery confirmation at the designated NIST location. The solicitation is open as a subcontract under NAICS code 484121, which classifies the work under truck transportation for local and long-distance freight. Responses must be submitted by July 31, 2026, at 1:00 PM, with the opportunity posted on July 17, 2026. The contracting entity is the Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology, and performance is exclusively tied to the specified Gaithersburg site. While no set-aside designation is provided, bidders must be prepared to comply with all federal transportation and hazardous materials regulations where applicable, and demonstrate proven experience in handling advanced scientific instrumentation of similar sensitivity and value.