Specialized Packaging, Shipping, and Handling of Sensitive Optical Equipment

The contract requires specialized packaging, shipping, and handling of sensitive COSMO optical units from the manufacturer to the NIST facility in Boulder, Colorado, ensuring secure, climate-controlled transport throughout the journey. The equipment must be transported under strict environmental conditions to preserve integrity, with continuous shock monitoring to detect any impacts or deviations during transit. A full chain-of-custody tracking system must be implemented to document every handoff and movement, guaranteeing accountability and security from origin to final destination. All activities must comply with protocols designed to protect highly sensitive optical instruments from environmental and physical risks. This is a Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 484220, designated for transportation and warehousing services, and is structured as a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Commerce through NIST. The solicitation was posted on July 31, 2026, with responses due by August 13, 2026. The place of performance is firmly established in Boulder at the 80305 ZIP code, where the units will be received and verified. While no specific point of contact is listed, interested parties must navigate the SAM.gov portal to access full details and submit proposals within the deadline window, ensuring all technical, security, and logistical requirements are fully addressed in compliance with federal procurement standards for sensitive scientific equipment.