Specialized Transportation and Hauling of Sensitive Artifacts

The contract entails the secure, climate-controlled transportation of sensitive historical artifacts from DSCR Richmond, VA to the Naval History and Heritage Command in Washington, DC, with delivery terms specified as F.O.B. Destination, meaning the contractor assumes full responsibility for the goods until they are officially received at the final destination. The movement requires specialized handling protocols to preserve the integrity of culturally significant items, including precise environmental controls for temperature, humidity, and vibration, as well as enhanced security measures to prevent damage, theft, or unauthorized access during transit. The solicitation is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 484210, which pertains to specialized freight trucking services, and is issued by the Naval Supply Systems Command Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk under the Department of Defense. Proposals must be submitted by July 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM Eastern Time, with the opportunity posted on July 2, 2026. The place of performance is identified as Richmond, VA, with 23237 as the associated ZIP code, though no specific office address or point of contact is provided in the available data. Contractors must be prepared to meet stringent federal standards for safeguarding heritage materials and comply with all applicable defense logistics protocols.