DLA Distribution - Eastern Distribution Center (EDC) Tour
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) Distribution is offering a Special Notice for a tour of its Eastern Distribution Center (EDC) in New Cumberland, PA. This tour, scheduled for May 14, 2026, is designed to provide potential bidders insight into DLA's operations and contracting needs related to warehousing and logistics. Responses to express interest are due by April 12, 2026.
Scope of Opportunity
This is an invitation for companies to attend a tour of the DLA Distribution's EDC. The DLA's mission is to provide integrated logistics solutions to the armed forces, encompassing storage, distribution, transportation planning, logistics planning, and contingency operations. DLA Distribution J7 (Acquisition Operations) issues contracts for a range of services including storage and distribution, construction, material handling equipment & maintenance, janitorial services, and shipping/packaging supplies.
Tour Details & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice (Tour Invitation)
- Tour Date: May 14, 2026
- Response Due: April 12, 2026, by 4:00 PM ET
- Published: February 20, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Location: Eastern Distribution Center (EDC), New Cumberland, PA
- Participation Limit: Limited to 1 person per company.
Response Instructions
Interested companies must respond by sending an email to distributionj7@dla.mil with the contact information of the person who will be attending. DLA will provide additional required participation information in March 2026. A waitlist will be maintained for future tour opportunities once capacity is reached.
Additional Notes
This notice is for informational purposes regarding a facility tour and is not a solicitation for proposals or quotes.