16--STOWAGE BOX, MASK
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA intends to award a sole-source contract for 200 units of STOWAGE BOX, MASK (NSN 7R-1660-145779404-P8). This item is flight critical and requires Government source approval. While the Government intends to negotiate with only one source under FAR 6.302-1, other responsible sources may identify their interest and capability or submit proposals for consideration. Responses are due by February 23, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 200 units of the STOWAGE BOX, MASK (NSN 7R-1660-145779404-P8, REF NR MXP806-3), to be delivered FOB Origin. The item is described as commercial/nondevelopmental/off-the-shelf.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation / Notice of Intent to Award Sole Source (FAR 6.302-1)
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: February 23, 2026
- Published: January 7, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source. However, proposals received within 45 days of the publication date will be considered. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract is solely at its discretion. Information received will be used to determine whether to conduct a competitive procurement.
Source Approval Requirements
This item requires Government source approval prior to contract award due to its flight-critical nature and/or inadequate technical data for full and open competition. Only previously approved sources have been solicited.
- New sources must submit detailed information as outlined in the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures (links provided in the original notice).
- Failure to provide all required source approval data will result in offers not being considered.
- The time required for new source approval is typically long, and award will not be delayed. Award may proceed based on Fleet support needs even if source approval is pending.