National Museum of American History PSRP IV Collection Move
ID: 33330225RF0010008Type: Solicitation
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SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTIONSMITHSONIAN INSTITUTIONSMITHSONIAN INSTITUTIONARLINGTON, VA, 22202, USA

NAICS

Packing and Crating (488991)

PSC

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL/RELOCATION- MOTOR POOL AND PACKING/CRATING: PACKING/CRATING (V003)
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    The Smithsonian Institution is seeking contractors for the National Museum of American History PSRP IV Collection Move, focusing on packing and crating services. The objective of this procurement is to facilitate the safe and efficient relocation of museum collections, ensuring that all items are properly packed and transported to their new locations. This project is critical for the museum's ongoing efforts to manage and preserve its extensive collections, which play a vital role in American history and culture. Interested parties should contact Virginia Chan at Chanvc@si.edu or Christine Grant at grantCA@si.edu for further details regarding the solicitation process.

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    Virginia Chan
    Chanvc@si.edu
    Christine Grant
    grantCA@si.edu
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