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 NSN 6K-8145-014840911-GF, Shipping and Storage Containers. This requirement is for 41 units and is designated as a source-approved item, meaning only previously approved sources have been solicited. Responses are due April 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition/repair of a specific part (NSN 6K-8145-014840911-GF) that requires engineering source approval by the design control activity. The item is considered flight critical, and the technical data available is not deemed adequate to support full and open competition. Existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge by qualified sources are essential.
Source Approval Requirements
- Approved Sources: Only sources previously approved by the Government for this item have been solicited.
- New Sources: If you are not an approved source, you must submit detailed information from one of the NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS) Source Approval Information Brochures with your proposal. Links to these brochures are provided in the original notice.
- Evaluation: Offers failing to provide all required data from the Source Approval Brochure, or documentation of previous submission, will not be considered.
- Timeline: The time required for new source approval typically prevents award delays. If evaluation of a source approval request cannot be processed in time, or approval requirements preclude meeting Government needs, award may proceed based on Fleet support.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product/Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 13, 2026, 04:00 AM EDT
- Published: March 24, 2026, 12:57 PM EDT
- Delivery: FOB Origin
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Casey Stock at CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL or (215)737-0543.