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-VB13 for SHIPPING AND STORAG items, specifically Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers (NIIN 013567050). This procurement is UNRESTRICTED. Proposals are due April 13, 2026, at 02:00 PM.
Scope of Work
This solicitation seeks to procure specialized shipping and storage containers. Key technical requirements, detailed in Sections C, D, E, and various attachments, include:
- Use of desiccant (MIL-D-3464, Type II) based on container interior volume.
- Electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy finish (ASTM B 841 Class 1, Type B, Grade 3).
- Compliance with specific drawings (e.g., DL 579E001, STD-147, STD-224) and specifications (e.g., MIL-I-45208).
- Welding and welder qualifications per current AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, or D1.6 standards, with specific filler material for aluminum.
- Cleaning procedures in accordance with MIL-C-5541.
- Configuration management and controls, including coordination of engineering changes (Class I and Class II) with NAVAIR Program Office and/or DCMA CMO.
- Submission and approval of Requests for Variance (RFV).
- Packaging compliant with MIL-STD-2073 and MIL-STD-129, including DLR labels and marking.
- Identification of hazardous materials and provision of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- A First Article Test (FAT) is required, with outlined testing procedures and approval criteria.
- Items require engineering source approval by the design activity.
- Unique Item Identification (UID) marking is mandatory.
Contract Details
- Type: Solicitation (Request for Quotations - RFQ), potentially leading to a SEALED BID (IFB) or NEGOTIATED (RFQ) contract.
- Set-Aside: UNRESTRICTED.
- Product Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers.
- Place of Performance: Philadelphia, PA, United States.
Submission & Evaluation
- Offers must be submitted on Standard Form 33, RFP Section B "Schedule of Supplies," and RFP Section K "SAM."
- Alternate proposals are not authorized.
- Award will be made to the responsible offeror submitting the lowest priced, technically acceptable offer. However, past performance is considered more important than price.
- A Source Approval Request (SAR) or SAR waiver is required for containers.
Key Deadlines & Contact
- Proposal Submission Deadline: April 13, 2026, at 02:00 PM (Eastern Time).
- Published Date: April 09, 2026 (based on main document summary).
- Primary Contact: Casey Stock (Casey.Stock@dla.mil).
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering various aspects such as payment, transportation, quality assurance, and reporting. A list of attachments is provided in Section J.