Cardboard Shipping Boxes
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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) Distribution is soliciting proposals for Cardboard Shipping Boxes for its San Joaquin, CA facility. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for a firm-fixed-price purchase order, set aside 100% for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB). Quotes are due by March 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for various sizes of UN-rated, double-wall cardboard shipper kits and boxes. Specific items include:
- CLIN 0001: 12"x12"x12" Shipper Kit, 275 lb test, UN#4GV/X13/S, meeting ASTM D5118 and ISTA 1A standards.
- CLIN 0002: 16"x16"x16" Box, UN Rating 4GV/X27.3/S, 275#DW.
- CLIN 0003: 14"x14"x14" Box, 4GV/X21/S, 275# DW.
- CLIN 0004: 20"x20"x20" Shipper Kit, 350 lb test, UN#4GV/X39.4/S, meeting ASTM D5118 and ISTA 1A standards. All items must be delivered to DLA Distribution San Joaquin Base Supply, Tracy, CA 95304, with a requested lead time of 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Unit prices must include FOB Destination shipping costs. Material must be shipped on serviceable, winged, heat-treated, and certified pallets.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: One (1) Firm-Fixed-Price Purchase Order.
- Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
- NAICS Code: 322211 (1,250 employees).
- PSC Code: 8115 (Boxes, Cartons, And Crates).
- SAM Registration: Required for prospective awardees.
Submission & Evaluation
- Questions Due: March 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Quotes Due: March 25, 2026, 12:00 PM EST.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to Thomas.semones@dla.mil. Facsimile and hard copy submissions are not accepted.
- Quote Format: Submissions must be in three separate files: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Pricing & Administrative.
- Evaluation: Award will be made to the acceptable quoter with the lowest evaluated price. Technical Capability and Past Performance will be assessed on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.
- Quote Acceptance: Prices must remain firm for 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.
Key Requirements for Bidders
Bidders must complete Attachment 1 – Schedule of Supplies, filling in only the Unit Price, ensuring it includes shipping. All applicable amendments must be signed and submitted. Quotes must include CUI markings as specified in Section 13.