INNER PACKING
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 Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Mech, has issued a Solicitation for INNER PACKING materials (PSC 5330). This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires adherence to detailed technical, quality, and packaging specifications for repair parts. Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, which is July 6, 2026.
Scope of Work & Requirements
This solicitation is for the procurement of inner packing materials, with a strong emphasis on compliance with specific technical documentation, quality assurance, and packaging standards. Key requirements include:
- Technical Documentation: Access to documents like IRPOD, drawings, and military specifications is available at
https://logistics.unnpp.gov/ecommerce(requires pre-registration and password). A clear order of precedence is established for document conflict resolution, prioritizing amendments, schedule of supplies, terms and conditions, IRPOD/Master Procurement Specification, STRS, drawings, and specifications. - Document Revisions: Contractors must comply with specified revisions of documents cited in IRPOD/procurement specifications. Written approval is required for using alternative revisions.
- Waivers/Deviations: Requests for delivery date extensions or waivers/deviations must be justified, explain the cause, and offer consideration. They must demonstrate no adverse effect on quality, form, fit, or function, and include supporting technical data for alternate items. Requests are submitted to the Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR).
- Mercury Exclusion: Mercury or mercury-containing compounds are strictly prohibited from intentional addition or direct contact with hardware or supplies.
Quality Assurance
Quality assurance requirements are detailed in the Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD). Contractors must maintain an inspection system acceptable to the Government, with records available during and after contract performance.
Packaging
Packaging requirements are critical, particularly when cleanliness control requirements (e.g., MIL-STD-767, MIL-STD-2041) are invoked. The solicitation clarifies the use of MIL-PRF-23199 for packaging repair parts, specifically regarding MIL-DTL-24466 green poly bags. These bags are required if cleanliness controls are specified in MIL-PRF-23199 Paragraph 6.2 or if additional requirements are stated in the contract. The use of fire retardant packaging material is no longer required. MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies as specified elsewhere in the schedule.
Deliverables & Certifications
Contractors must submit a Certificate of Compliance (DI-MISC-81356) and a Cure Date Certificate (DI-MISC-81318) at the time of material delivery. Each certificate must be unique to the combination of Contract/Purchase Order Number, National Stock Number, and Item Nomenclature.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business
- Response Due Date: July 6, 2026, by 8:30 PM ET
- Published Date: June 15, 2026
- Pricing Validity: Quotations are valid for 60 days after the closing date, unless otherwise specified.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact JON.ZEIGLER.CIV@US.NAVY.MIL or call 5642303806.