Logistics and Freight Transportation (Origin to Destination)

The contract requires the transportation of packaged defense items under FOB Origin terms to a designated Department of Defense distribution point in Tampa, Florida, with a strict five-day delivery window from the point of origin. It mandates full compliance with the DPAS DO-C9 priority rating, ensuring that all logistics activities prioritize this shipment above commercial and non-rated obligations to meet critical defense supply timelines. The transportation must be conducted through a subcontract arrangement under NAICS code 484220, which governs specialized freight transportation services, and all parties must adhere to the defense logistics requirements enforced by the Land Supply Chain organization. The solicitation is open for responses until July 27, 2026, with the opportunity posted on July 14, 2026, and no set-aside provisions apply. The place of performance is clearly identified as the Tampa DLA distribution center with ZIP code 33621, and performance is subject to stringent defense supply chain protocols. Bidders must ensure their operational capabilities align with the urgency and security standards required for defense logistics, including documentation, tracking, and delivery confirmations to satisfy DLA compliance standards. The contract is exclusive to qualified subcontractors capable of executing time-critical, high-priority freight movements under federal defense directives.