81--SHIPPING AND STORAG
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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
This is an amendment to a Solicitation from the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA, for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (PSC 8145). The amendment extends the proposal submission deadline to February 13, 2026. This opportunity requires the manufacturing of steel container shells according to specific engineering drawings and rigorous quality standards.
Scope of Work
This solicitation covers the manufacturing, testing, and inspection of specialized steel container shells. Key requirements include:
- Adherence to "Champion Company" drawing number (94231) 22150, latest revision, and referenced specifications.
- Inclusion of desiccant (MIL-D-3464, Type II) and sealing with MIL-S-81733 or equivalent.
- Electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy plating (ASTM B 841 Class 1, Type B, Grade 3) instead of cadmium.
- Use of specified shock mounts; no substitutions without written permission.
- Affixing Unique Identification (UID) markings per drawing (80132) 15930 and Mil-STD-130.
- Welding and welder qualifications must meet AWS D1.1, D1.3, D1.6 (for stainless steel), and AWS D1.2 or MIL-W-22248, Class 4 (for aluminum).
- Detailed cleaning and deoxidizing procedures for parts prior to welding.
- Painting of steel surfaces (interior and exterior) according to specific MIL-standards and TT-C-490, with gray topcoat colors.
First Article Testing (FAT)
A First Article Test (FAT) is required. The contractor must deliver one unit of CAGE (94231) Part Number 22150 within 120 calendar days to designated test facilities in Lakehurst, NJ, and Picatinny Arsenal, NJ. All costs and responsibilities for FAT submission and shipment are borne by the contractor. FAT includes visual/dimensional inspection, initial and final leak tests, and an 18-inch free fall drop test. A waiver of FAT may be granted for offerors who have previously supplied identical articles within three years under specific conditions.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 18:00 UTC
- Published Date: December 23, 2025
- Product Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
Additional Notes
New manufacturers may require a pre-award survey and post-award conference. Offerors not previously manufacturing this item for DLA Aviation Philadelphia should contact the buyer for Source Approval Request procedures. A 100% production leak test is also required for each container.