Logistics and F.O.B. Destination Shipping

This contract obligates the contractor to provide F.O.B. destination shipping services to Albany, California, ensuring all goods are packaged, handled, and delivered in full compliance with required standards and certifications. The delivery endpoint is fixed at the specified location in Albany with a ZIP code of 94710, and the contractor must guarantee that all shipping procedures meet regulatory and operational benchmarks for safe and documented transport. The contract is structured as a subcontract under a Small Business Set-Aside designation, exclusively reserved for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and is classified under NAICS code 484121, which pertains to truck transportation of freight. The solicitation was posted on April 28, 2026, with a firm deadline for responses set for May 8, 2026, at 9:00 PM Eastern Time. The contracting entity is the United States Department of Agriculture, specifically the Agricultural Research Service, Advanced Food Systems Laboratory, indicating the goods being transported are likely related to agricultural research or laboratory materials requiring controlled handling. Although no point of contact or detailed agency address is provided, the place of performance is clearly defined, and compliance with packaging and delivery certification is mandatory. Participation is limited to small businesses, and the procurement is managed through the SAM.gov platform.