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Cape Canaveral Moving Services

DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE AIR FORCE.SPACE SYSTEMS COMMAND.FA2521 45 CONS PK · Response deadline: Fri, 06 Nov 2026

What the government is buying

The U.S. Air Force, through Space Systems Command, is procuring moving services at Cape Canaveral, Florida. This is a small business set-aside procurement for general freight trucking services, as classified under NAICS code 484110.

Moving services contracts for military installations typically encompass household goods relocation, office moves, equipment transportation, and potentially specialized handling for sensitive or secure items given Cape Canaveral's role in space launch operations. Contractors should expect requirements involving packing, loading, transport, unloading, and potentially temporary storage. Specific scope details—including move types, frequency, weight estimates, and any security clearances required—see the solicitation.

Cape Canaveral Space Force Station remains an active launch facility supporting national security, civil, and commercial space missions. Any moving contractor operating there must comply with base access procedures, which may include background checks and escorted entry protocols.

Key facts

Who can bid

This opportunity is restricted to small business concerns certified as small under NAICS 484110. For this industry, the Small Business Administration size standard is typically based on average annual receipts; confirm the current threshold at SBA.gov.

Eligible bidders must:

• Be registered in SAM.gov with active status
• Hold any required DOT operating authority (MC number if applicable) and valid Florida or interstate operating credentials
• Maintain appropriate insurance levels—general liability, cargo, and automotive coverage as specified in the solicitation
• Demonstrate capability to access Cape Canaveral or obtain necessary credentials

Small businesses with moving and storage experience, particularly those holding General Services Administration (GSA) schedule contracts or prior military moving experience, may have competitive advantages. New entrants should emphasize local presence and rapid response capability.

Joint ventures and mentor-protégé arrangements are permissible under small business set-aside rules if structured according to SBA regulations, provided the combined entity qualifies as small.

How to put together a competitive bid

Pricing structure: Moving services solicitations typically use various pricing mechanisms—hourly rates, weight-based charges, flat rates by move type, or combinations thereof. Examine the solicitation carefully for required pricing schedules and any basis of award (lowest price technically acceptable or best value tradeoff).

Personnel and equipment: Demonstrate availability of trained crews and sufficient vehicle inventory. Highlight any specialized equipment for sensitive electronics or secure items given the space mission environment. Document driver qualifications and any hazardous materials certifications if applicable.

Past performance: Prepare references from comparable federal, commercial, or residential moving contracts. Prior performance at military installations or secured facilities strengthens credibility. Include CPARS reports or commercial equivalent ratings if available.

Safety and compliance: Develop or reference your safety program, DOT compliance record, and any OSHA incident history. Given Cape Canaveral's operational tempo, emphasize minimal disruption protocols and flexibility for launch-related schedule changes.

Small business subcontracting: If applicable, outline any planned subcontracting and compliance with limitations on subcontracting for small business set-asides.

Next steps

Review the complete solicitation document on SAM.gov using solicitation number FA252127QB028. The full text contains detailed specifications, evaluation criteria, contract line item numbers, and required certifications not available in the notice metadata.

Pay strict attention to the November 6, 2026, 10:30 AM EDT response deadline—late submissions are generally not accepted in federal procurements. Register or verify your SAM.gov registration well in advance, as processing can take several business days.

Consider contacting the contracting officer listed in the full solicitation with any clarification questions, allowing adequate time for responses before proposal preparation concludes.

View the official notice on SAM.gov →