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NAICS Code· 488991

Packing and Crating

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in packing, crating, and otherwise preparing goods for transportation. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 488991 – Packing and Crating encompasses specialized services for the secure packaging, crating, and handling of sensitive, heavy, or irregularly shaped equipment and materials for transportation, storage, and deployment. This includes the design and fabrication of custom wooden or metal crates, shock-absorbing internal bracing, climate-controlled packaging, and labeling compliant with federal shipping and hazardous material regulations.

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PACKING, PREFORMEDThe Defense Logistics Agency awarded a fixed-price indefinite-delivery contract to LARKOS PACKING AND DISTRIBUTION INC under solicitation SPE7L026F5597, with the base delivery order numbered SPE7L426D60LX, for the procurement of 46 units of PACKING, PREFORMED (NSN 5330014218390) at a total price of $3,713.12, with a maximum contract value cap of $350,000. The contract is structured as an IDIQ instrument, enabling multiple delivery orders over its term, with a minimum order quantity of 35 units and an estimated annual requirement of 235 units. Delivery is FOB origin, with the final destination being the DLA Distribution facility at New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, where the Government will conduct inspection and acceptance. The item must be packaged and labeled strictly according to MIL-DTL-117 Type II, Class C, Style 1 for UV protection, MIL-STD-129 for marking and barcoding, and RP001 for palletization, with no asbestos permitted under FED-STD-313. Additional packaging mandates require shock-proof double containment for mercury-containing items per NAVSEA 5100-003D, and special labeling for radioactive materials in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and applicable federal safety standards. All hazardous materials must be documented and labeled as per 29 CFR 1910.1200 and DFARS 252.223-7001, with exceptions for materials regulated under FIFRA, FFDCA, or CPSA. The contract incorporates a comprehensive suite of FAR and DFARS clauses addressing safeguarding controlled unclassified information, prohibition of certain telecommunications equipment, combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, environmental sustainability, waste reduction, and supply chain security. The contractor is required to comply with the Federal Acquisition Supply Chain Security Act and is prohibited from using Bytedance-covered applications. Payment must be submitted through Wide Area WorkFlow, with invoices and receiving reports submitted electronically, and no alternative payment methods are permitted. The contractor, certified as a small business under NAICS 488991, must maintain and report its socioeconomic status via clause 52.219-28 and comply with equal opportunity provisions for workers with disabilities under Alternate I of
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Packing and CratingThis contract, identified by solicitation number W912D026RA007, is a Firm-Fixed Price Requirements Contract under the Department of Defense for Packing and Crating services, specifically for Household Goods and Unaccompanied Baggage shipments within the Domestic and International Destination Port of Mailing (DPM) system. The procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, restricted to small businesses, with the NAICS code 488991 and Product Service Code V003. The performance period spans a 12-month base period beginning July 9, 2026, with four optional 12-month extensions, potentially extending to a maximum of 60 months, including a possible six-month extension under FAR 52.217-8. Services encompass the full lifecycle of packing, containerization, marking, loading, storing, unpacking, and inspecting of personal property, with strict compliance required to Commercial Standard ASTM-D4169 and SDDC Pamphlet 55-12. All shipments must be protected from theft and environmental elements, and containers must be marked according to specific stenciling requirements, including “USE NO HOOKS,” “STORE UNDER COVER,” “US PROPERTY,” and “SDDC APPROVED,” using only approved methods and lettering sizes. Military Shipping Labels with barcodes must be affixed to all containers. The contractor must implement a comprehensive quality control program, submit a detailed quality control plan (CDRL 0001), and provide monthly performance metrics (CDRL 0012), all while warranting services are free from defects in workmanship. The contract requires electronic invoice and receiving report submissions via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), with documentation adherence to DFARS Appendix F and FAR 52.216-7. Pricing is not formally scored but serves as the primary factor for award under a Low Priced Technically Acceptable (LPTA) source selection process. Offerors must pass mandatory Experience and Past Performance thresholds—Experience must demonstrate similar work within the last five years, and Past Performance will be evaluated through existing CPARS or PPIRS data. Proposals must be submitted in three digital volumes: one for Experience documentation, one for price (completed bid sheet from Attachment 2), and no submission required for Past Performance. The solicitation closes on June 22, 2026, with proposals to
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Military Freight and Ocean Shipping ServicesThe contract calls for the transportation of packaged items to USNS ALAN SHEPARD T AKE 3 at FPO AP 96678 under FOB Destination terms, meaning the seller assumes all costs and risks until the goods arrive at the designated destination. Transportation must comply with applicable sea transport regulations, ensuring proper handling, documentation, and compliance with military shipping standards. The shipment is part of a military logistics operation managed by the Department of Defense through the MARITIME SUPPLY CHAIN ESOC BUYS office, with the North American Industry Classification System code 488991 indicating specialized marine freight support services are required. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and was posted on July 12, 2026. No set-aside provisions are specified, so any qualified entity may respond. The place of performance is clearly defined as FPO AP 96678, a military post office address typically used for overseas or ship-based deliveries. Bidders must ensure their logistics capabilities align with the demands of delivering to a naval vessel at sea, adhering strictly to FOB Destination terms and the regulatory framework governing oceanic military freight. The official solicitation details can be accessed via the provided DIBBS link.
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CONTAINER, FREIGHT, GThe contract pertains to the procurement of ten freight containers designated as model G, identified by the NSN 8150-01-463-8555, under purchase request 7017190023. The solicitation was issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense with solicitation number SPE8ED-26-Q-0601, publicly posted on July 10, 2026, and requires responses no later than July 17, 2026. This is a federal solicitation with no specified set-aside classification or NAICS code, indicating it is open to general competition among qualified vendors. All performance activities are expected to occur within the United States, though no specific city or state is designated. The procurement is managed through the DIBBS system, and interested parties should reference the official UI link for submission details and further information.
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EUR/Athens - Shipping door-to-door services for the U.S. Embassy Athens, GreeceThe U.S. Department of State, through the American Embassy in Athens, is seeking a contractor to provide door-to-door shipping services for the relocation of heritage art pieces from the U.S. Mission to the United Nations in New York City to the U.S. Embassy Athens Chancery located at 91 Vas. Sophias Avenue in Athens, Greece. The awardee must be an established business operating within Greece and must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database prior to submitting an offer, as required by FAR provision 52.204-7. The contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis with the government retaining the right to make an award based solely on the initial offer without negotiation. The NAICS code associated with this procurement is 488991, with additional relevance to 561720 for packing and crating services, reflecting the specialized handling required for cultural artifacts. The place of performance is clearly defined as Athens, Greece, and the procurement is classified under transportation and relocation services with a focus on secure, high-value art transport. All proposals must be submitted electronically via email and adhere to strict file format requirements: only .zip and .pdf files are permitted, and individual email attachments must not exceed 25 MB in size. If the total submission exceeds this limit, it must be split into multiple emails, each under 25 MB, and external cloud storage links such as Dropbox or Google Drive are not acceptable due to potential server blocking. The solicitation number is 19GR1026Q0038, posted on July 10, 2026, as a pre-solicitation notice indicating the procurement is not yet ready for formal solicitation, and key details such as the period of performance, delivery schedule, specific inspection criteria, packaging requirements, and total estimated value have not yet been defined. Primary and secondary points of contact for inquiries are Dresden A. Kalin and Alexandra Kouyentaki, both reachable through AthProcurement@state.gov. No set-aside provisions apply, and there is no indication of evaluation factors, weighting, or pass/fail criteria at this stage, as the full solicitation document has not yet been issued.
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Laboratory Relocation ServicesThe Missouri Department of Natural Resources, Missouri State Highway Patrol, and Missouri Department of Agriculture are seeking proposals for Laboratory Relocation Services through Solicitation STATE 0000000487SL, issued on July 10, 2026, with responses due by August 11, 2026. The contract will cover the comprehensive planning, packaging, transportation, and reinstallation of laboratory equipment and materials across state facilities within Missouri, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and scientific integrity standards throughout the move. All work must be performed within the state, and vendors are expected to demonstrate proven experience in handling sensitive laboratory environments, including hazardous materials and precision instruments. Proposals must be submitted to the Procurement Division of the Missouri State Government, with Nicolle Backes serving as the designated buyer and primary point of contact via nicolle.backes@oa.mo.gov. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside classification or NAICS code and is open to qualified contractors capable of executing complex, mission-critical relocations under strict timelines and regulatory guidelines. Bidders are directed to the online procurement portal for full solicitation details and to submit responses electronically before the deadline. Failure to meet all technical, logistical, or compliance requirements may result in disqualification.
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SHIPPING/HANDLING/STORAGEThe Defense Logistics Agency has awarded SIKORSKY AIRCRAFT CORPORATION a delivery order under contract SPE4A122G0005 with a total value of $155,643.80, effective July 9, 2026. The contract encompasses three key line items: SHIPPING/HANDLING/STORAGE identified by NSN/Part 0001S00000013, PRODUCTION LOT TESTING conducted by the government under NSN/Part 0001S00000061, and the PITCH HORN ASSEMBLY specified by NSN/Part 1615012149140 and PR 7012686582. The award notice was posted on DIBBS under solicitation SPE4A726F0828 and is issued by the Department of Defense through the Defense Logistics Agency, with no set-aside classification applied. Performance is expected to support federal requirements, though specific delivery locations are not detailed in the provided data.
Defense Logistics Agency

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RETAINER, PACKINGThe Defense Logistics Agency has awarded EOS INC, identified by CAGE code 85VY7, a delivery order under contract SPE7L325D61WZ for a retainer, packing with NSN 5330014335298 and purchase request 7017437806. The total contract value is $2,112.00, with the award issued on July 9, 2026. This transaction is part of a federal procurement under the Department of Defense and is classified as a standard award notice with no specific set-aside designation. The item is intended for logistical use and will be delivered to a federal site, though exact performance location details are not specified. The procurement process was managed through the DIBBS platform, and the official record can be accessed via the provided UI link.
Defense Logistics Agency

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HARNESS, HANDLINGThe Defense Logistics Agency has awarded MATSON, INC. a contract valued at $2,435.94 for the procurement of a HARNESS, HANDLING identified by NSN 4921006782015 and PR 7011408796. The award was issued under solicitation SPE7M4-25-T-8321 and officially posted on July 9, 2026. This contract is classified as a federal award with no specific set-aside or NAICS code designated, and the sole line item involves specialized handling equipment. The place of performance and office address details are not provided, but the contracting agency operates under the Department of Defense. The award is accessible via the DIBBS portal for official documentation and verification.
Defense Logistics Agency

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COVER, SHIPPING ANDThe Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE8ED26P0995 to GARRETT CONTAINER SYSTEMS, INC. on July 9, 2026, for a total value of $2,126.96 under Solicitation SPE8ED-26-Q-0485. The contract covers a single line item for a SHIPPING AND COVER, identified by NSN 8145016004840 and PR 7015192927, with no set-aside classification or NAICS code specified. The performance location and office address details are not provided, but the contracting entity is confirmed as the U.S. Department of Defense through its Defense Logistics Agency. The award was posted on the DIBBS platform and is accessible via the provided UI link, indicating a formal federal transaction conducted under standard procurement procedures for logistical support supplies.
Defense Logistics Agency

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PACKING, PREFORMEDThe Defense Logistics Agency awarded a delivery order under contract SPE7L126D61VQ to ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS CORPORATION with CAGE code 9ZU89 on July 9, 2026, for a total value of $624.89. The award pertains to a single line item for PACKING, PREFORMED identified by NSN 5330000902128 and PR 7017438072, with the solicitation number SPE7L126F049P. The contract is classified as a federal award issued under the Department of Defense, and the place of performance and office address details are not specified beyond the United States. All information is accessible via the DIBBS portal using the provided UI link.
Defense Logistics Agency

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PACKING WITH RETAINERThe Defense Logistics Agency has awarded DURMUS TRADING LLC, identified by CAGE code 0Q2H8, a delivery order under contract SPE7L126D60PT with a total value of $3,040.20, awarded on July 9, 2026. The sole line item under this order is a PACKING WITH RETAINER, identified by NSN 5330011684475 and PR 7017437830, with no additional specifications or quantities listed beyond the item description. The contract was issued under solicitation SPE7L126F048K and represents a federal procurement through the Department of Defense. No set-aside type, NAICS code, or specific place of performance details are provided, and the point of contact information is absent. The award is accessible via the DIBBS system with the provided UI link for official documentation.
Defense Logistics Agency

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