Packaging, Preservation, and Shipping Services

The contract requires the provision of compliant packaging, preservation, and shipping services for hose assemblies, with strict adherence to a minimum 16-inch bend radius during handling and transport to maintain product integrity. All packaging materials must consist of heat-treated wood compliant with ISPM 15 international standards and certified to meet European Union regulatory requirements, ensuring pest-free and environmentally sound shipment practices. The workload is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside designation, reserved exclusively for small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 484220 for heavy and tractor-trailer truck transportation. Performance is centered at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, with all services bound to this location regardless of the contractor’s physical address. The opportunity was posted on July 14, 2026, and responses must be submitted by July 16, 2026, at 11:00 PM Eastern Time, providing a narrow window for proposal submissions. The contracting office is DLA Maritime - Pearl Harbor under the U.S. Department of Defense, indicating the work supports military logistics and supply chain requirements. While specific point of contact information is not included, the solicitation is accessible through the SAM.gov portal, and all bidders must ensure their compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly those governing small business set-asides and international packaging certifications. Failure to meet the bend radius specification or packaging certification requirements will result in non-compliance and potential disqualification.