Logistics & Supply Chain Government Contracts
Logistics awards hinge on demonstrated throughput, asset accountability, and the ability to sustain operations at remote or contingency locations.
Top buyers
- Defense Logistics Agency
- Department of Defense
- FEMA
- Department of Veterans Affairs
Common NAICS codes
- 488510 — Freight Transportation Arrangement
- 493110 — General Warehousing and Storage
- 541614 — Process and Logistics Consulting
Typical award size
$500K distribution tasks to $75M sustainment programs
What evaluators weigh
- Throughput and accuracy metrics
- Asset accountability systems
- Surge and contingency capability
- Property management compliance
Where bids go wrong
Accountability systems are audited
Government property management requirements are specific; name your system and controls explicitly.
Surge claims need evidence
Support contingency capability with a prior event, volumes handled, and the ramp timeline achieved.
FAQ
Which agencies buy logistics & supply chain services?
The most active buyers include Defense Logistics Agency, Department of Defense, FEMA, plus state and local equivalents that mirror federal requirements.
What NAICS codes apply to logistics & supply chain?
Start with 488510, 493110, 541614. The code the contracting officer assigns to a solicitation controls the small business size standard for that bid.
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