International Logistics and Duty-Free Entry Services for Imported Equipment

The contract entails end-to-end logistics management for the international shipment of high-speed camera systems and associated accessories, with full coordination of customs clearance and compliance with duty-free entry provisions under FAR 52.225-8 to ensure tax-exempt importation. The provider is responsible for arranging transportation, handling documentation, and ensuring seamless delivery to the designated NASA facility in Hampton, Virginia, with all activities aligned to federal regulations governing government procurement and international cargo. The scope includes planning, tracking, and risk mitigation throughout the supply chain to guarantee timely and secure arrival of sensitive, high-value equipment. This subcontract, posted on July 23, 2026, with a response deadline of July 27, 2026, falls under NAICS code 488190 for other supporting activities for transportation. It is managed by the NASA Shared Services Center on behalf of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and while the specific location details for the agency or performance address are not provided, delivery is explicitly required at the NASA facility in Hampton, Virginia. Potential vendors must respond by the deadline to qualify for this opportunity, and compliance with federal procurement rules, particularly those governing duty-free importation for government entities, is mandatory.