Military Shipment & Delivery (FOB Destination)

The contract mandates the transportation and delivery of a rubber strip to the USS AMERICA LHA 6 located at FPO AP 96660 under FOB Destination terms, meaning the vendor assumes full responsibility and liability for the shipment until it is officially delivered to the designated military vessel. All logistics must comply with Department of Defense shipping standards, ensuring adherence to security, labeling, documentation, and handling protocols required for defense-related shipments. The delivery location is a military postal address, emphasizing the need for precise coordination with military logistics systems and the importance of timely arrival without disruption to naval operations. This is a subcontract solicitation issued under NAICS code 484220, which classifies the activity as truck transportation for local and regional deliveries, though the nature of the shipment indicates a broader logistical scope involving intercontinental transport. The posting date is August 3, 2026, with a response deadline of August 14, 2026, providing a narrow window for bidders to submit proposals. The contracting agency is the Department of Defense through its Land Supply Chain division, underscoring the critical nature of the supply to operational readiness. There is no set-aside designation, meaning the opportunity is open to all eligible contractors regardless of business size or status.