31 LRS IPE Stackable Containers and Lid (2026)
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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 United States Air Force (USAF), specifically the 31 LRS, is soliciting proposals for 400 IPE Stackable Containers with Lids for delivery to Aviano Air Base, Italy. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items, anticipating a single Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order. Proposals are due by June 10, 2026, at 04:00 PM CET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for 400 polypropylene stackable and collapsible bulk containers with lids. Key characteristics include:
- Dimensions: External 1200x1000x975mm, Internal 1120x920x805mm.
- Weight: Approximately 69 Kg per unit.
- Capacity: Dynamic 750/800 Kg; Static 350/400 Kg.
- Material: Polypropylene, Dark Grey color.
- Features: Reinforcement skids, opens on the long side, lid included, and a window for accessibility.
- Stacking: Max 2 containers (total 750/800 Kg) or 3 containers (total 750/800 Kg) with specific weight distribution.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: No set-aside will be used due to the overseas location.
- NAICS Code: 326199 (All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing).
- PSC Code: 8145 (Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers).
- Place of Performance: Aviano Air Base, Italy.
- Funding: Award is subject to the availability of funds.
Submission & Evaluation
- Submission Deadline: June 10, 2026, 04:00 PM CET.
- Questions Due: May 21, 2026, 16:00 HRS CET.
- Submission Method: Digitally by email ONLY to the listed points of contact.
- Evaluation Criteria: Award will be made to the responsible Offeror whose offer is most advantageous to the Government, considering price, technical capabilities, and proposed delivery schedule. The relative importance of these factors is not stated.
- Quote Validity: Quotes must be valid until September 30, 2026.
- Pricing: Proposed prices shall be submitted in EUROS (applied EURO / USD exchange rate: 0.9303).
- Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Additional Notes
Attachment 1 details mandatory FAR and DFARS clauses, including a prohibition on Class I Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS). Shipping is FOB Destination: Aviano Air Base, Italy.