Packaging, Labeling & Shipment Services

The contract requires comprehensive packaging and labeling services fully compliant with military standards, specifically adhering to MIL-STD-129 for uniformity and traceability across defense supply chains. All items must be prepared with precise labeling, including barcodes and data matrix codes, to ensure seamless identification and inventory management by U.S. Department of Defense logistics systems. Shipment coordination is governed by the First Destination Transportation program, meaning the contractor is responsible for arranging and managing FOB-origin transport to the initial military recipient location, incorporating full visibility and documentation throughout transit. This subcontract, solicited under NAICS code 561910 for other support activities for transportation, is issued by the Maritime Supply Chain ESOC Buys division of the Department of Defense, with responses due by July 27, 2026. The contract demands end-to-end operational reliability, from secure packaging through final delivery under FDT guidelines, ensuring that all shipments meet stringent defense logistics protocols without deviation. Participation requires proven experience in military-compliant logistics and the ability to integrate with DLA’s automated tracking systems.