Shipping and Logistics for Scientific Equipment

The contract entails the secure and trackable transportation of the Promega Maxwell RSC 48 system and associated consumables from the supplier to the NOAA Pacific Marine Environmental Laboratory in Seattle, with delivery terms defined as FOB Destination, meaning the supplier retains responsibility for the goods until they are physically received at the destination. The shipment must ensure the integrity of sensitive scientific equipment, requiring compliance with handling standards to prevent damage during transit, and must include real-time tracking capabilities to provide visibility throughout the journey. This subcontract falls under NAICS code 484220, categorizing it as a freight transportation arrangement, and is issued by the Department of Commerce, specifically through NOAA. The opportunity was posted on July 2, 2026, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026, allowing qualified logistics providers to submit proposals. While the contract does not specify a set-aside designation, successful bidders must be prepared to meet stringent requirements for the transport of fragile, high-value scientific instruments under federally funded conditions, with performance strictly tied to timely and damage-free delivery at the NOAA facility in Seattle.