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 Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers, specifically NSN 6K-8145-016275514-H5. This requirement is for 1 EA, with delivery FOB Origin. This part requires engineering source approval, indicating a sole-source or highly restricted procurement. Responses are due July 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition of NSN 6K-8145-016275514-H5, TDP VER 005, quantity 1 EA. The critical aspect of this requirement is the need for engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain part quality. The description highlights that existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge are held by qualified source(s). These approved source(s) retain data rights, manufacturing/repair knowledge, or technical data not economically available to the Government, which is essential for maintaining part quality.
Qualification for Alternate Sources
Any alternate source must qualify in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, as approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity. The qualification procedures themselves must also be approved by the Government engineering activity having jurisdiction over the part in its intended application.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product/Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 13, 2026
- Published: May 27, 2026
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Casey Stock at CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL or (215)737-0543.