81--SHIPPING AND STORAG
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 has issued a Presolicitation for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (NSN 6K-8145-015050535-GA, TDP VER 014, QTY 60 EA). This notice indicates that the necessary data for competitive acquisition or repair of this part is not physically or economically available, making it impossible to draft adequate specifications for a competitive solicitation. Responses are due by April 27, 2026.
Scope of Requirement
This requirement is for 60 units of Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (NSN 6K-8145-015050535-GA, TDP VER 014). Delivery terms are FOB Origin. The agency explicitly states that competitive acquisition is not feasible due to the unavailability of technical data, economic constraints, and the inability to create adequate specifications for a competitive process.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (indicating an upcoming non-competitive acquisition)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Date: April 27, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
- Published Date: March 12, 2026, 12:40 PM UTC
- Department/Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA
Additional Notes
This notice serves to inform the market about an upcoming acquisition where the agency anticipates a non-competitive award due to specific technical data limitations. Interested parties should review the full description for details on the agency's rationale.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Jillian M. OConnor at JILLIAN.OCONNOR@DLA.MIL or (215)737-0550.