CARD CARRIER(VER 1)
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) Mechanicsburg has issued a Solicitation for the procurement of CARD CARRIER(VER 1). This opportunity requires suppliers to meet specific technical, quality, and packaging standards, including ISO 9001 compliance, MIL-STD-129 marking, and MIL-STD 2073 packaging. The item must be mercury-free for use on submarines/surface ships. Quotes are due by February 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for the supply of CARD CARRIER(VER 1), designed according to specified Cage Code/reference numbers (e.g., 96169 EB-5352-C1). Key technical requirements include:
- Physical identification in accordance with MIL-STD-129.
- Strict adherence to mercury-free material specifications, prohibiting metallic mercury and contamination for submarine/surface ship applications.
- Electrostatic Discharge Control per MIL-STD-1686.
- Packaging in accordance with MIL-STD 2073.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: None
- Response Due: February 13, 2026, 8:30 PM EST
- Published: January 14, 2026
Key Requirements & Instructions
- Quality Assurance: Suppliers must provide and maintain a quality system acceptable to the Government, in accordance with ISO 9001. Higher Level Inspection (DLA Procurement Note E06) is required, with inspection and acceptance at source.
- Manufacturer/Distributor: If not the manufacturer, offerors must state the OEM (CAGE code) and part number. Authorized distributors must provide proof of authorization on company letterhead with their offer.
- Submissions: Electronic submittal of Receiving Reports and Invoices through PIEE-WAWF is mandatory. Offerors should specify any exceptions (e.g., Mil specs/standards, packaging) when submitting quotes.
- Technical Data: Drawings or technical data are not available for this item.
- Production Facility Changes: Any changes to production facilities require Contracting Officer approval and may incur a $250 administrative cost.
Additional Notes
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