Government-Compliant Packaging and Marking

The contract requires compliant packaging and marking of finished couplings in accordance with ASTM-D-3951 and MIL-STD-129 standards, ensuring full alignment with Department of Defense shipment requirements. All packaging materials must include ALSC-certified heat-treated wood to meet international phytosanitary regulations and prevent pest transmission during transport. Exterior container markings must be accurate, legible, and complete, incorporating all mandated DoD identifiers, barcodes, and handling instructions to facilitate proper logistics processing and delivery. The work is classified as a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines and falls under NAICS code 561910 for other support activities for transportation. The opportunity is issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Puget Sound under the Department of Defense with a response deadline of July 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The subcontract is open exclusively to small businesses, with no eligibility restrictions beyond SBA size standards. No specific place of performance is listed, indicating flexibility in execution location as long as packaging and marking deliverables meet federal standards. This contract emphasizes strict adherence to military and industry specifications without room for deviation, and the use of certified materials and correct labeling is critical for acceptance and payment.