MIL-STD-Compliant Packaging and Palletization Services

The contract requires comprehensive packaging, labeling, and palletizing services for stainless steel plates in strict accordance with MIL-STD-147, Revision E, to ensure secure transport and environmental protection throughout the supply chain. All work must include unit load assembly that meets military transportation standards, with specific attention to shielding against moisture, corrosion, and physical damage during handling and transit. Documentation must be completed precisely to support electronic submission through the Wide Area Workflow system, ensuring full compliance with federal procurement and logistics protocols. The packaging must facilitate efficient storage, handling, and identification at all stages of delivery. This is a total small business set-aside subcontract under NAICS code 493190, exclusively available to small businesses certified by the SBA. The opportunity is managed by the Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division under the Department of Defense, with performance required at the Crane, Indiana facility, zip code 47522. The solicitation was posted on July 10, 2026, and responses are due by July 14, 2026, at 4:00 AM. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability in military-grade packaging compliance, familiarity with WAWF requirements, and experience handling sensitive or high-value metal components under stringent defense logistics standards.