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International Logistics and Customs Clearance Services (South Africa)

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The contract outlines end-to-end international logistics services for shipping a forklift from the United States to the American Consulate in Cape Town, South Africa. This includes all necessary export documentation, freight forwarding arrangements, South African import clearance procedures, and the final delivery to the consulate’s designated location in Cape Town, with the postal code 7495. The service provider is responsible for ensuring compliance with U.S. export regulations and South African import requirements, coordinating all transportation modes, and managing customs formalities to guarantee timely and undamaged delivery. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 488510, which pertains to freight transportation arrangement services. It is issued by the U.S. Department of State through the American Consulate in Cape Town, with a response deadline of August 11, 2026. The requirement is open for bids with no specified set-aside status, and all logistical operations must be executed with precision to meet diplomatic standards and regulatory obligations across international borders. The successful vendor must demonstrate proven experience in handling government shipments, expertise in African customs procedures, and the ability to provide end-to-end visibility and accountability throughout the supply chain.

General Info

Freight forwarding for forklift from US to Cape Town Consulate with full export, import, and delivery services.

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Department Of State → American Consulate Cape TownView Agency

NAICS

488510 - Freight Transportation ArrangementView NAICS

Place of Performance

Cape Town, ZA-WC, 7495, ZAF

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AgencyDepartment Of State → American Consulate Cape Town
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End-to-end international logistics for shipping the forklift to Cape Town, including export documentation, freight forwarding, South African import clearance, and final delivery to the consulate.

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