NSN: 8135-01-498-1809; CUSHIONING MATERIAL, PACKAGING

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for Cushioning Material, Packaging, National Stock Number (NSN): 8135-01-498-1809. The requirement is for one order of 510 (SH) units. The award will be made by the General Services Administration (GSA) / Supply Chain Management Contracting Division (SCM).

• Item: Cushioning Material, Packaging (NSN: 8135-01-498-1809)

• Quantity: 510 (SH)

• Material: Class 1 - General Purpose Polyethylene Plank, Plastic, Polyethylene Foam, UNSKIVED, Grade A - Standard, Type IV - 25 KG. Constant Compression Creep.

• Dimensions: Overall Width: 24.00 inches, Overall Length: 108.0 inches, Overall Thickness: 2.000 inches.

• Specification: IAW A-A-59136, dated October 28, 1997.

• Packaging: Comply with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: Comply with FED-STD-123H (civilian) and MIL-STD-129R (military), including bar code marking.

• Delivery: FOB Destination, CONUS to US ARMY DEPOT SIERRA, Herlong, CA 96113.

• Contract Type: All-or-none award.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but requires a "valid through date" for future orders.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission: Submit signed and dated offers via email by the closing date and time.

• Evaluation:

  • Administrative Compliance: Pass/fail basis.
  • Technical Acceptability: Pass/fail basis (based on salient characteristics and quality).
  • Price: Lowest evaluated price.

• Key Deadlines: RFQ Closing Date: 6/16/2026, 5:00 PM EST.

• Set-Aside: This acquisition is set aside exclusively for Small Business.

• NAICS Code: 326150 – Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 750 employees or less in SAM registration.

• Nonmanufacturer Rule: Does not apply.

• Registration: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. Vendors must also be registered or willing to register in GSA's OMS Vendor Portal or have the ability to receive orders via EDI within 5 business days after award.

• Vendors may only submit one quote.

• Foreign corporations must have a US agent and physical address prior to award.

• Offerors must complete and acknowledge administrative compliance items on pages 1 and 2.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks offers for Cushioning Material, Packaging, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 8135-01-498-1809. The requirement is for 1 order totaling 392 Shipping Hundredweight (SH), with delivery to US ARMY DEPOT SIERRA, Herlong, CA 96113. The government is procuring this material for general purposes.

• Item: Cushioning Material, Packaging (NSN: 8135-01-498-1809)

• Quantity: 392 SH (total for 1 order)

• Material: Class 1 - General Purpose Polyethylene Plank, UNSKIVED, Grade A - Standard, Type IV - 25 KG. Constant Compression Creep.

• Dimensions: Overall Width 24.00 inches, Overall Length 108.0 inches, Overall Thickness 2.000 inches.

• Form: Sheet

• Color: White

• Material Composition: Plastic, Polyethylene Foam

• Specifications: IAW A-A-59136, dated October 28, 1997.

• Packaging: Must provide protection against loss or damage during shipment, handling, and storage, complying with ASTM D3951 Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging.

• Marking: Must comply with FED-STD-123H for civilian destinations and MIL-STD-129R for military destinations, including bar code marking.

• Palletization: If used, must comply with normal industry standards and GSAM 552.211-89 for non-manufactured wood packaging.

• Quality Assurance: Product must meet salient characteristics and be equal to or better than commercially sold products. Workmanship must be uniform and free from defects.

• Sustainability: Preference given to items with the highest percentage of recovered material.

• Contract Type: All-or-none award.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated, but pricing must be valid through a specified date.

• Estimated Value: Not stated.

• Submission: Vendors must submit one quote via email by the closing date. Pages 1 and 2 of the RFQ, along with all required provisions and clauses, must be completed and submitted.

• Evaluation: Offers will be evaluated on a pass/fail basis for Administrative Compliance, Technical Acceptability, and then by the lowest evaluated price.

• Key Deadlines: RFQ Closing Date: June 16, 2026, 5:00 PM EST.

• Set-Aside: This RFQ is set aside exclusively for Small Businesses.

• NAICS Code: 326150 – Urethane and Other Foam Product (except Polystyrene) Manufacturing.

• Size Standard: 750 employees or less in SAM registration.

• Nonmanufacturer Rule: Does not apply.

• Registration: Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov. Vendors must also be registered or willing to register in GSA's Order Management Services (OMS) Vendor Portal or have the ability to receive orders via Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) within 5 business days after award.

• Vendors must update their representations and certifications on SAM.gov prior to the closing date.

• Foreign corporations must have a U.S.-based agent and physical address.

• Delivery is FOB Destination, CONUS.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document provides guidance on Military Standard 129 (MIL-STD-129R) marking and shipping label requirements. It serves as a reference for vendors to ensure compliance with government shipping standards.

• Unit and Intermediate Container Marking: Details required information such as NSN, cage code, part number, nomenclature, quantity, contract/purchase order number, preservation method, and shelf life. Barcoding requirements are also specified.
• Exterior Container Marking: Outlines requirements for exterior containers, including the same basic format as unit containers but without the item description. NSN, Purchase Order Number, and CAGE Code must be barcoded.
• Military Shipping Label (MSL): Explains the components and format of the MSL, which is mandatory for all shipping addresses. It includes sections for identification markings, linear bar codes, and address markings.
• Specific Data Fields: Lists detailed information required for the MSL, such as Transportation Control Number (TCN), Transportation Account Code (TAC), Type Service, Priority, Project Code, Ship To/POE address, Weight, Cube, Date Shipped, Piece Number, and Ultimate Consignee/Mark For Consignee.
• Packaging and Packing: References relevant standards for packaging, including Federal Standard 123, Military Standard 129, ASTM D-3951, and requirements for hazardous materials and wood packaging.

This document is critical for any bidder whose opportunity involves shipping goods to the government. Understanding and correctly applying these marking and labeling requirements is essential to avoid shipping delays and ensure compliance. Bidders should pay close attention to the specific data elements required for labels and containers, as well as the referenced packaging standards.