Cardboard Shipping Kits

SOL #: SP3300-26-Q-0151Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA DISTRIBUTION
NEW CUMBERLAND, PA, 17070-5008, United States

Place of Performance

Tracy, CA

NAICS

Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (322211)

PSC

Boxes, Cartons, And Crates (8115)

Set Aside

Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside (FAR 19.14) (SDVOSBC)

Timeline

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Posted
May 19, 2026
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Submission Deadline
May 26, 2026, 4:00 PM

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 quotes for Cardboard Shipping Kits for DLA Distribution San Joaquin, CA. This is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside acquisition, seeking a single firm-fixed-price purchase order. Quotes are due by May 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.

Scope of Work

This opportunity requires the procurement of various sizes of cardboard shipper kits (boxes). Key specifications include:

  • UN ratings: Specific ratings such as 4GV/X13/S, 4GV/X21/S, 4GV/X27.3/S, 4GV/X39.4/S.
  • Test strengths: Requirements for 275 lb test and 350 lb test.
  • Construction: Double wall construction, adherence to ASTM D5118 and ISTA 1A standards.
  • Packaging: Must comply with ASTM D3951.
  • Shipping: Materials must be shipped on serviceable, heat-treated, certified, and stamped winged pallets in accordance with DOD Manual 4140.65-M.
  • Proof of Delivery: Documents must include contract number, CLIN/material number, quantity shipped, and government employee signature.

Contract Details

  • Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order.
  • Set-Aside: 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
  • NAICS Code: 322211 (Paperboard Container Manufacturing).
  • Size Standard: 1,250 employees.
  • Place of Performance: Tracy, CA 95304, United States.
  • Delivery: Standard lead time is 30 days After Receipt of Order (ARO). Bidders must state their best possible delivery if unable to meet this. Unit prices must include shipping costs (FOB Destination).

Submission & Evaluation

  • Questions Due: May 21, 2026.
  • Quotes Due: May 26, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time.
  • Submission Method: Electronically via email to Thomas.semones@dla.mil. Facsimile and hard copy submissions are not accepted.
  • Required Files: Quotes must be submitted in three separate files: Technical Capability, Past Performance, and Pricing & Administrative.
  • Evaluation Criteria: 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. Quotes must be complete, detailed, realistic, and reasonable.
  • Quote Acceptance: Prices must be held firm for 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.
  • Eligibility: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Key Documents

  • Attachment 1 - Schedule of Supplies or Services and Prices.xlsx: Bidders must complete the Unit Price in this attachment.
  • Attachment 2 - Specifications.xlsx: Bidders must complete this attachment based on instructions in Section 13: Instructions to Quoters, Paragraph 6.B.
  • Solicitation Checklist.docx: Provides a checklist for submission requirements.
  • SP3300-26-Q-0151.pdf: The primary combined synopsis/solicitation document. Bidders must include descriptive literature demonstrating product compliance and provide past performance information (or a statement if none exists). Ensure all applicable amendments are signed and submitted.

Contact Information

Primary Contact: Tom Semones (thomas.semones@dla.mil)

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: May 19, 2026
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