SHIPPING AND STORAG
SOL #: SPRPA126RVB12Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA
PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, United States
Place of Performance
Philadelphia, PA
NAICS
Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)
PSC
Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers (8145)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
Mar 24, 2026
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Last Updated
Apr 9, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 13, 2026, 6:00 PM
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 has issued a Solicitation (SPRPA1-26-R-VB12) for Shipping and Storage Containers. This unrestricted opportunity seeks proposals for specialized containers, identified by NSN 6KH 8145-01-646-2278 E8. Offers are due by April 13, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for "SHIPPING AND STO" items, specifically CLIN 0001 and NIIN 016462278. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to Technical Requirements detailed in Sections C, D, E, and Attachments.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD-2073.
- A First Article Test (non-destructive) is required for CLIN 0001AB, with an estimated cost of $10,000.
- Engineering source approval is mandatory for CLIN 0001AA (NSN N00383-26-X-0353) to ensure part quality. New manufacturers must contact the buyer for Source Approval Request (SAR) procedures.
- Inspection and Acceptance will occur at the origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, at 02:00 PM Local Time
- Published: April 9, 2026
- Contract Rating: Rated order under DPAS (DO-C9).
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers must be submitted by the specified due date and time.
- Evaluation will be based on Lowest Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) criteria.
- Past performance is considered more important than price in the evaluation.
- A Source Approval Request (SAR) or SAR waiver is required for containers and must be included with the proposal.
- Offerors must complete Standard Form 33, "Solicitation, Offer, and Award."
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes extensive FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects such as packaging, marking, quality assurance, payment, and reporting requirements.
People
Points of Contact
Casey StockPRIMARY
Files
Versions
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Solicitation
Posted: Apr 9, 2026
Version 1
Pre-Solicitation
Posted: Mar 24, 2026