Packaging and Preservation Services

The contract requires compliant packaging services aligned with ASTM D-3951 standards, mandating the use of heat-treated wood pallets that have been exposed to a minimum of 56°C for thirty minutes to ensure pest and pathogen elimination. All wood packaging must carry ALSC certification to verify adherence to international phytosanitary requirements. Hygroscopic materials are strictly prohibited to prevent moisture-related damage to sensitive cargo. The work falls under the NAICS code 561910 and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside, limiting eligibility exclusively to small businesses as defined by the SBA. Performance is centered in Bremerton, Washington, with a ZIP code of 98314, and the contracting authority is the Department of Defense through DLA Maritime - Puget Sound. The opportunity was posted on May 6, 2026, with a response deadline of May 7, 2026, at 4:00 PM, indicating a narrow window for submission.