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 is soliciting proposals for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (Product Service Code 8145). This opportunity, identified as Solicitation SPRPA1-26-R-VB07, is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Proposals are due April 15, 2026, by 2:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of specialized shipping and storage containers, specifically CLIN 0001, NIIN 013574414. The items require engineering source approval by the design activity. Key technical requirements include manufacturing, testing, and inspection in accordance with drawing number (05259) 583E001, latest revision, and referenced specifications. Manufacturing processes involve specific welding standards (AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6), cleaning, deoxidizing, and surface finishing via glass bead blasting. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (SEALED BID / IFB)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due: April 15, 2026, 2:00 PM local time
- Published: May 4, 2026 (original solicitation issued April 7, 2026)
Key Requirements & Evaluation
- Source Approval Request (SAR): New manufacturers must contact the buyer to inquire about Source Approval Request procedures to become an approved source of supply. SAR is mandatory for technical acceptability.
- First Article Test (FAT): Required for item 0001AB. The contractor is responsible for all FAT costs, estimated at $15,000. One unit must be delivered for testing within 120 calendar days of contract award to designated test facilities in Lakehurst, NJ, or Picatinny Arsenal, NJ. The Government will act on the FAT within 120 days of receipt.
- FAT Waiver: A waiver may be granted for offerors who have previously furnished identical production articles within three years, using the same production location, and without Material Review Board disposition. Offerors requesting a waiver must submit two prices (with and without FAT).
- Quality Assurance: Includes a 100% Production Leak Test, dimensional tests, and compliance with drawing (05259) 583E001 and sub-drawings.
- Evaluation: Award will be based on a "Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable" approach, with past performance considered more important than price.
Additional Notes
This opportunity is rated under DPAS (DO-C9). For drawing access or SAR inquiries, contact the buyer. Contact: CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL, 215-737-0543.