DDNV Boxes
Overview
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 has issued an Award Notice for DDNV Boxes, following solicitation SP3300-26-Q-0102. This contract, set aside for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBC), is for the provision of boxes, cartons, and crates, specifically shipper kits and packaging for hazardous materials, to be delivered to Norfolk, VA. The award notice was published on May 11, 2026.
Scope of Award
The awarded contract covers the supply of various boxes, cartons, and crates (PSC 8115), with a particular focus on shipper kits. Key requirements for these items, as clarified during the solicitation phase, include:
- Shipper Kit Sizes: Only sizes specified in the Schedule of Supplies (CSS) are accepted.
- Box Dimensions: As specified in the Schedule of Supplies (CSS).
- Material Type: Double-wall construction is required, based on test results.
- Strength Requirements: Specific ECT or burst ratings were added as an attachment to the solicitation.
- Quantities: As specified in the Schedule of Supplies (CSS).
Hazardous Materials Packaging
An attachment to the solicitation detailed design qualification testing for combination packages intended for the transport of Packing Group I hazardous materials. This included specifications for:
- Box Types: 350# RSC style / double-wall B/C flute corrugated boxes or 275# RSC style / double-wall B/C flute corrugated boxes.
- Inner Packaging: Various round glass bottles (1-gallon, 0.5-gallon, 64oz., 1-quart).
- Compliance: Packages were tested and found to comply with 49 CFR for dangerous goods, bearing UN certification symbols (e.g., 4GV/X39.4/S/25* USA/+BR12841).
Contract Details
- Opportunity Type: Award Notice
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSBC)
- Product/Service Code: 8115 (Boxes, Cartons, And Crates)
- Place of Performance: Norfolk, VA
- Award Notice Date: May 11, 2026
Additional Information
The solicitation period included an extension of the closing date to April 17, 2026, and the incorporation of questions and answers to clarify product specifications. For further details, contact Morgan Costanzo at morgan.costanzo@dla.mil or 717-770-8868.