Less-than-truckload freight transportation for government supply chain and equipment delivery. Find active federal and state general freight trucking, long-distance, ltl contracts — AI-scored against your profile across SAM.gov and 200+ portals.
Annual federal spend under NAICS 484122 is estimated at $400–$600 million, driven primarily by DoD, DLA, and FEMA for equipment and supply transport. Competition is moderate, with many small businesses and a few large carriers. Contracts are typically structured as BPAs or IDIQs with firm-fixed-price line items, awarded via LPTA for standard LTL moves. Demand spikes during disaster response and military deployment cycles.
These agencies are the largest buyers of general freight trucking, long-distance, ltl services and products in the federal government. Each awards contracts under NAICS 484122 regularly — build relationships with their small business offices first.
Focus on winning BPA awards with DLA Distribution and DoD Transportation Offices, which issue the majority of LTL task orders. Most contracts are set aside for small businesses (8(a), SDVOSB, HUBZone). The single highest-leverage move is to obtain a Tender of Service (TOS) agreement with DLA and secure a GSA Schedule 48 (Transportation) to streamline bidding on task orders.
LTL services are typically bought via GSA Schedule 48 (Transportation), DLA Distribution BPAs, and agency-specific IDIQs. Awards are LPTA with price as the primary factor, though past performance is considered. Standard evaluation includes on-time delivery rates and safety record. Most work is firm-fixed-price per shipment.
You need a valid USDOT number, Motor Carrier (MC) number from FMCSA, and a Tender of Service (TOS) agreement with DLA. Some contracts also require a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) for access to military bases.
For task orders under $150,000, bonds are typically not required. Larger IDIQ contracts may require bid bonds and performance bonds. Check individual solicitations; many small-business set-asides waive bonding under $150K.
8(a), HUBZone, and SDVOSB certifications are most valuable because many LTL contracts are set aside for these programs. Also, having a Tender of Service with DLA is a de facto certification for DLA work.
Highly competitive for standard lanes; less so for remote or hazardous material moves. Average award size is $25,000–$100,000 per task order. Winning requires competitive pricing and proven on-time performance.
Yes, but limits apply. For small-business set-asides, at least 50% of the cost of personnel must be performed by your own employees. Ensure subcontractors are used only for overflow or specialized equipment.