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Packaging and Crating Services for Sensitive Instruments

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This contract involves the design and implementation of specialized packaging and crating services aimed at protecting the PacBio Revio system during transportation. The packaging solutions must incorporate shock-absorbing and climate-stable materials to ensure the sensitive instrument remains secure and undamaged throughout handling and transit. The work is categorized as a subcontract and is designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, specifically targeting small business participation. The contract falls under the NAICS code 541380 and is managed by the Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Research Service (USDA Ars Afm Apd). The place of performance is identified as Kerrville, with a postal code of 78028. Although specific contact details are not provided, the opportunity is listed on the federal acquisition portal. The focus is on delivering secure, custom packaging solutions tailored to the unique requirements of sensitive scientific instrumentation, emphasizing durability and environmental protection.

General Info

Design and implement shock-absorbing, climate-stable packaging for PacBio Revio, subcontract small business set-aside.

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

NAICS

541380 - Testing Laboratories and Services

Place of Performance

Kerrville, TX, 78028, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 1232SA26Q0143.

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Device Relocation and Recertification - Kerrville TX

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PostedFeb 5

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AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → USDA Ars Afm Apd

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Design and execution of secure, custom packaging and crating solutions to protect the PacBio Revio system during transport using shock-absorbing and climate-stable materials.

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