8115007746562, Box, Shipping

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is for the procurement of shipping boxes, identified by NSN 8115007746562, Generic. The requirement is for one order, to be shipped to NAVSUP-WSS-AIR-CLEAR@US.NAVY.MIL. Delivery addresses will be disclosed at the time of Purchase Order (PO) issuance, or vendors may need to contact NAVSUP or GSA's New York Transportation Department.

• The core item is a shipping box (NSN: 8115007746562, Generic).

• Specifications for the box include:

  • Type: Corrugated Fiberboard - CF
  • Class: Weather Resistant - WR
  • Variety: TW - Triple Wall
  • Style: Half Slotted Container with Cover
  • Grade: 1100
  • Inside Dimensions: 40.00" W x 48.00" L x 36.00" D
  • Material: Grade V11C Cover Material
  • Closure Method: Detachable Cover
  • Container Load Hazard: Type II
  • Humidity Control Design: No
  • Stacking Feature: No

• A Box Manufacturer Certificate is required.

• Packing requirements include folding boxes flat, bundling with twine or strapping, and compliance with Uniform Freight Classification and National Motor Freight Classification. Bundle weight must not exceed 51 lbs.

• Marking requirements follow FED-STD-123H for civilian destinations and MIL-STD-129R for military destinations, including bar code marking.

• Palletization requirements are standard industry practice; GSAM 552.211-89 applies for wood pallets.

• Postconsumer Recovered Material (PCRM) content requirements vary based on container psi:

  • < 300 psi: 25-50% recovered fiber (min 25-50% postconsumer fiber).
  • 300 psi and above: 25-30% recovered fiber (min 25-30% postconsumer fiber).

• Contractors must certify PCRM content and may be required to provide evidence.

• Quality Assurance requires product conformance to salient characteristics and good workmanship.

• This RFQ may result in an award with the General Services Administration/Supply Chain Management Contracting Division (GSA/SCM).

• The award will be an all-or-none award.

• The offeror agrees to hold prices firm for 60 calendar days from the specified receipt date.

• Quotes must be submitted via email by the closing date of the RFQ.

• Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database.

• Vendors must be registered users and able to accept POs in GSA's Order Management Services (OMS) Vendor Portal or receive orders via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI).

• Evaluation factors include:

  • Administrative Compliance (pass/fail)
  • Technical Acceptability (pass/fail)
  • Price (lowest evaluated price)

• The Government intends to award without discussions, and the initial offer should contain the best terms.

• This RFQ is set aside exclusively for Small Business (NAICS code 322211: Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing, size standard 1250 employees).

• Vendors must have the assigned NAICS size standard in their SAM account to be eligible.

• Vendors must complete all required information on pages 1 and 2, including administrative compliance items.

• Failure to submit required documents or complete fields may result in the quote not being considered for award.

• Applicable provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference, including FAR 52.212-1, 52.212-2, and GSAM 552.212-71.

Other / Unclassified

This document provides guidance on Military Standard 129 (Mil-Std-129R) for marking and shipping label requirements. It outlines the necessary information for unit, intermediate, and exterior container markings, including barcoding requirements and the format for Military Shipping Labels (MSLs).

Vendors responding to opportunities requiring shipments under Mil-Std-129R must adhere to these marking and labeling standards. Key information includes:

• Required Markings: NSN/NATO stock number, CAGE code, part number, item description, quantity, contract/purchase order number, preservation method and date, shelf life, and serial numbers.
• Exterior Container Markings: Must include NSN, Purchase Order Number, and CAGE Code barcoded.
• Military Shipping Label (MSL): Required for all shipping addresses, containing detailed information such as Transportation Control Number (TCN), ship-to address, weight, cube, and project code.
• Hazardous Materials: Specific requirements apply, and vendors should refer to Mil-Std-129R for detailed guidance.
• Packaging: General guidance references GSAM provisions and ASTM D-3951 for commercial packaging, with specific requirements for hazardous materials and wood packaging.

Failure to comply with these marking requirements can lead to shipping delays and issues.