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 the acquisition of NSN 6K-8145-015378167-V2, a specialized shipping and storage container. This requirement mandates engineering source approval, meaning the part must be acquired from currently approved sources due to unique design capabilities, data rights, and manufacturing knowledge. Responses are due by July 6, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition of one (1) unit of NSN 6K-8145-015378167-V2, a specialized shipping and storage container (PSC 8145). The acquisition requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain part quality. Due to existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge, the part must be acquired from approved source(s) who retain essential data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government. Any alternate source must undergo a qualification process in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. Delivery is FOB Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 6, 2026
- Published: May 19, 2026
Additional Notes
This notice highlights a critical requirement for a specialized component where source approval and specific technical knowledge are paramount. Potential bidders should review the detailed description regarding qualification procedures for alternate sources.