Specialized Packaging and Shipping Services

The contract requires the design and execution of a specialized shipping plan for high-value scientific components in strict compliance with SLAC-approved standards, ensuring environmental protection throughout transit and accurate labeling for identification and handling. The services must adhere to international shipping terms including FOB and CIP requirements, with full accountability for the safe transport of delicate and costly equipment under controlled conditions. All packaging and logistics operations must meet the rigorous protocols established by SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, a Department of Energy contractor, to safeguard scientific integrity and regulatory compliance. This subcontract opportunity, classified under NAICS code 561910 for other support activities for transportation, is open for responses until June 5, 2026, with a posting date of May 8, 2026. The work is tied directly to operational needs at SLAC, though no specific location for performance is provided. There is no set-aside designation, and submission must demonstrate proven capability in handling sensitive scientific payloads with precision logistics, documentation, and compliance oversight. Interested parties must address environmental safeguards, labeling accuracy, and adherence to Incoterms as non-negotiable elements of proposal evaluation.