81--SHIPPING AND STO
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, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Presolicitation for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (NSN 6K-8145-016462278-E8). This opportunity is for 35 units, with delivery FOB Origin. A key requirement is engineering source approval by the design control activity due to unique design capabilities and data rights held by existing qualified sources. Responses are due by July 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for 35 units of NSN 6K-8145-016462278-E8, TDP VER 006. The acquisition mandates engineering source approval by the design control activity to ensure quality. Existing qualified sources possess unique design capabilities, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge, along with data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government, which are essential for maintaining part quality. Any alternate source must undergo qualification in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product/Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 13, 2026, 04:00 AM EDT
- Published: May 28, 2026, 12:25 PM EDT
Evaluation
As a presolicitation, specific evaluation criteria are not yet detailed. However, the requirement for engineering source approval and qualification by the design control activity will be paramount for any potential offeror.
Additional Notes
Interested parties should note the strict requirement for qualification and engineering source approval. For inquiries, contact Casey Stock.