Packaging, Marking & Customs Compliance

The contract requires compliance with all federal packaging and marking standards, specifically including Department of Defense labeling requirements such as NSN, CAGE code, and part number identification to ensure traceability and proper handling. Accompanying customs documentation must be accurately prepared to facilitate duty-free entry into the United States, aligning with international trade regulations and defense supply chain protocols. Performance is designated for Portsmouth, Virginia, with a focus on meeting military logistics and export compliance benchmarks. This is a total small business set-aside under the SBA program, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the Federal Acquisition Regulation. It falls under the NAICS code 488999 for other support activities for transportation, indicating the scope involves logistical and compliance services rather than manufacturing. The opportunity, posted by DLA Maritime in Norfolk under the Department of Defense, has a response deadline of July 9, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning it supports a broader procurement effort but does not originate from a direct government solicitation.