Transportation and Delivery Services for OFDR System

This contract involves the transportation, packaging, and delivery of the Optical Frequency Domain Reflectometer (OFDR) system to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) located in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The delivery terms specify FOB destination, ensuring that the risk and responsibility for the equipment remain with the contractor until it is received at the specified location. The contract emphasizes the careful handling of sensitive scientific equipment, highlighting the need for specialized packaging and transport procedures to protect the integrity of this advanced technology. The opportunity is designated as a total small business set-aside in accordance with FAR 19.5, targeting small business participation under NAICS code 484220, which pertains to specialized freight trucking and courier services. The Department of Commerce is the awarding agency, with a posted date of May 13, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by May 20, 2026. The place of performance is Gaithersburg, MD, zipcode 20899, aligning with the NIST location, and reflects a subcontract procurement aimed at supporting federal research infrastructure through reliable delivery services.