Packaging, Marking, and FOB-Origin Logistics

The contract involves packaging, marking, and FOB Origin logistics for commodities under a subcontract arrangement with the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. All activities must adhere to FOB Origin terms, meaning the contractor assumes responsibility for packaging and transportation planning from the point of origin, with ownership and risk transferring to the buyer once goods are delivered to the carrier. The contractor is required to develop detailed cost modeling to ensure accurate pricing and operational efficiency, and must arrange for shipment to a contiguous U.S. destination of their choosing, providing flexibility in delivery location while maintaining compliance with federal logistics standards. The North American Industry Classification System code 484220 identifies this as a contract within the truck transportation sector, indicating a focus on ground freight logistics. The solicitation is posted with a response deadline of July 29, 2026, and the place of performance is designated as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002. Although the agency’s specific office address and point of contact details are not provided, the contract is accessible via the DIBBS platform for interested parties to review full requirements. This subcontract does not specify any set-aside status, making it open to all eligible vendors regardless of business size or ownership characteristics. The contractor must ensure that packaging and labeling meet defense logistics requirements and that transportation timelines align with the operational needs of the end user, despite the buyer not dictating the final destination.