How to bid on Consolidated Receiving Point Services for the Department of State

What the Department of State is buying

The Department of State is looking for a contractor to provide Consolidated Receiving Point (CRP) services in the Seattle and Tacoma commercial port area. This involves handling a variety of government property, vehicles, equipment, and household effects.

The work includes receiving, inspecting, inventorying, identifying hazardous materials, storing, packing, consolidating, and delivering these items. The contractor's facility must be within a 30-mile commute of the USPS office at 1102 A Street, Tacoma, Washington.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on July 30, 2026. The deadline for responses is August 19, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. All submissions must be received by this time.

Two amendments have been posted: Amendment 0001 on July 22, 2026, which included an updated Attachment B - Pricing Schedule B, and Amendment 0002 on July 30, 2026, which included a Questions and Answers Document. Be sure to review these amendments.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms with experience in logistics, warehousing, freight forwarding, and handling government property, including hazardous materials. Vendors should have a facility located within a 30-mile commute of 1102 A Street, Tacoma, Washington.

The work falls under the facilities category, specifically for services related to material handling, storage, and distribution.

How to respond

To access the solicitation documents, click the "View original source" link. If the first click takes you to the portal's homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid. You may need to create a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all sections of the solicitation, especially Section C, which details the specifications for the CRP services. Pay close attention to the requirements for facility location and the scope of services, including hazardous material identification and export packing.

Ensure your pricing schedule, Attachment B, is accurate and complete, reflecting any updates from Amendment 0001. Also, review the Questions and Answers document from Amendment 0002 for clarifications that may impact your proposal. Clearly demonstrate your capability to perform all listed services, from receiving and inspection to consolidation and delivery, within the specified geographic area.