FIELD PACK SURVIVAL
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) Aviation is issuing a Presolicitation for a Long Term Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC) for Field Pack, Survival (NSN 1680-01-367-2929). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside, with offers considered only from small businesses. The solicitation (SPE4A7-26-R-0428) will be available on February 23, 2026, with proposals due by March 24, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the procurement of Field Pack, Survival (NSN 1680-01-367-2929), designated as a Critical Application and Life Support Item. The estimated annual demand (EAD) quantity is 50 units for each of the five one-year base periods. Higher level quality is required. FOB is Destination, with stock locations in New Cumberland, PA, and Tracy, CA. Inspection and acceptance will occur at Origin.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Presolicitation
- Contract Type: Long Term Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Solicitation Number: SPE4A7-26-R-0428
- Duration: 5 one-year base periods
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (100% Small Businesses only)
- Solicitation Release: February 23, 2026
- Proposal Due: March 24, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published Date: February 7, 2026
Evaluation
The final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance (via PPIRS), and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. A subcontracting plan is not required.
Additional Notes
Specification plans or drawings are not available from the Government. The solicitation will be accessible via DLA DIBBS (https://www.dibbs.bsm.dla.mil/) on the release date; paper copies will not be provided.