Transportation & FOB Origin Logistics

The contract pertains to the transportation of delicate instruments from the origin point to DLA New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, under FOB Origin terms, meaning the buyer assumes all responsibility and risk once the goods leave the supplier’s location. The carrier must ensure secure, careful handling and timely delivery to meet the specified destination address with ZIP code 17070-5002, adhering to the stringent requirements associated with shipping sensitive equipment. This subcontract is classified under NAICS code 484220, which identifies it as a freight transportation service, and it is issued by the ASC SUPPLIER OPER OEM DIVISION under the Department of Defense. The solicitation was posted on July 21, 2026, with a strict response deadline of July 29, 2026, indicating a short window for qualified carriers to submit proposals. All bids must comply with the FOB Origin stipulations, which place the onus on the vendor to arrange and bear the cost of movement from the point of shipment onward, while also ensuring compliance with any special packaging, tracking, or insurance protocols demanded by the nature of the cargo. The contract leverages the DLA BSM system for the submission and evaluation process via the provided URL, and while no specific set-aside type is designated, the scope suggests it is targeted toward experienced freight providers capable of handling high-value, fragile military-grade instruments.