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 Solicitation SPRPA1-26-R-VB11 for SHIPPING AND STORAG items. This is an Unrestricted Sealed Bid (IFB), seeking bids for specialized shipping and storage containers. Offers are due by April 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for various "SHIPPING AND STORAG" items, with specific details provided in Sections C, D, E, and associated attachments. Key requirements include:
- Item 0001: NSN 6KH 8145-01-484-0911 GF, described as "SHIPPING AND STORAG FOR REFERENCE ONLY."
- Technical Requirements: Detailed in Sections C, D, E, and attachments.
- Packaging: Must comply with MIL-STD-2073.
- Testing: Includes Item 0001AB, "FIRST ARTICLE TEST (GOVERNMENT - NON-DESTRUCTIVE)," which requires engineering source approval by the design activity.
- Inspection and Acceptance: Will occur "AT ORIGIN."
- Hazardous Material: Identification and Material Safety Data requirements apply.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations)
- Contract Type: Sealed Bid (IFB)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted
- Published Date: April 9, 2026
- Offer Due Date: April 13, 2026, at 2:00 PM local time
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA, United States
Submission & Evaluation
Offers must be submitted to DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA, DLR PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS (AP), 700 ROBBINS AVENUE BUILDING 26, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19111-5098. Evaluation factors for award, detailed in Section M, will prioritize Past Performance as more important than price, following a Lowest Priced Technically Acceptable approach. The solicitation also details a Source Approval Request (SAR) process for containers in Section H.
Additional Notes
Offerors are cautioned regarding late bids, modifications, or withdrawals. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering quality assurance, packaging, transportation, payment, and representations and certifications.