Packaging, Preservation, and F.O.B. Destination Compliance

The contract requires the packaging, preservation, and shipment of equipment to Raleigh, NC, under F.O.B. destination terms, ensuring all federal marking, labeling, and packaging standards are met as outlined in Attachment 2. The work must comply with specific government regulations to guarantee secure and compliant delivery, with the responsibility for transportation, handling, and final delivery resting with the contractor until the equipment reaches the designated destination. This is a small business set-aside subcontract classified under NAICS code 484220, restricted exclusively to small businesses as defined by the SBA. The solicitation was posted on May 1, 2026, with a response deadline of May 12, 2025, at 4:00 PM. The performing agency is the USDA ARS AFM APD, and the place of performance is associated with the ZIP code 27606, corresponding to Raleigh, NC. While no point of contact or detailed office address is provided, the contract is accessible through the SAM.gov portal for further submission and documentation.