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, under the Department of Defense, has issued a presolicitation for NSN 6K-8145-013574414-SY, TDP VER 016, REF NR 583E001, for 28 EA of shipping and storage items. This opportunity is for a flight-critical item requiring engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Responses are due April 9, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement is for a specialized item where existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge by qualified sources necessitate acquisition from approved sources. The approved sources retain data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government, which is essential for maintaining part quality. The item is flight critical, and technical data is not adequate for full and open competition.
Source Approval Requirements
Only previously approved sources have been solicited. Alternate sources must qualify according to the design control activity's procedures, approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. New sources must submit detailed information from one of the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures with their proposal. Failure to provide required data will result in offers not being considered. If a source approval request is pending, a copy of the cover letter must be submitted.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 9, 2026
- Published: April 15, 2026
Additional Notes
NAVSUP WSS Source Approval Information Brochures are available for Spares and Repair at the provided links. The NAVSUP WSS Commercial Item Identification Brochure is also available online. Contact CASEY STOCK at CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL or (215)737-0543 for inquiries.