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International Logistics and Art Transportation

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Response Deadline01/01/2099, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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This contract involves providing secure packing, climate-controlled transportation, customs clearance, and insurance services for high-value artworks and exhibition materials being shipped internationally. The shipments must comply with the Fly America Act and cultural heritage regulations, ensuring adherence to government guidelines and protection of priceless cultural assets. The services are critical for maintaining the integrity and safety of these sensitive items throughout the logistics process. Issued by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs under the Department of State, this subcontract focuses on international logistics tailored to art transportation. It falls under the NAICS code 488999, which pertains to other support activities for transportation. The contract does not specify a set deadline for responses and lacks detailed location or point of contact information, but it emphasizes compliance and specialized handling within a federal framework.

General Info

Secure packing, climate-controlled transport, customs clearance, insurance for international high-value artwork shipments.

Agency

Department Of State → Bureau Of Educational And Cultural AffairsView Agency

NAICS

488999 - All Other Support Activities for TransportationView NAICS

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DFOP0017204.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Annual Program Statement for U.S. Presentation at International Art Biennales

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PostedMar 19

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Response DeadlineJan 1

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01/01/2099, 05:00:00 AM UTCin over 72 years

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AgencyDepartment Of State → Bureau Of Educational And Cultural Affairs

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Secure packing, climate-controlled transport, customs clearance, and insurance for high-value artworks and exhibition materials shipped internationally under Fly America Act and cultural heritage compliance.

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