PACKING ASSEMBLY; 5330-01-096-9181
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) Land and Maritime is conducting Sources Sought market research to identify potential suppliers for a Packing Assembly (NSN 5330-01-096-9181). This effort aims to inform a future Long-Term Contract (LTC) solicitation. Responses are due by May 8, 2026.
Purpose & Scope
This notice is for market research only, not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The DLA seeks to identify sources capable of supplying the Packing Assembly (NSN 5330-01-096-9181). The attached Market Research Questionnaire gathers information on:
- Company details: CAGE code, contact, size, business status (manufacturer/distributor).
- LTC interest: Preferred duration, quantity price breaks, item additions/deletions.
- Cost/Pricing Data: Willingness to provide certified data for contracts over $2.5M.
- Commercial Status: If the item is a Commercial Item per FAR 2.101(b).
- Delivery: Production limitations, minimum order quantities, standard delivery time. The current approved source is C. E. Conover & Co., Inc. (07060) P/N CEC4981-113.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Anticipated Contract: Long-Term Contract (LTC) / Indefinite Quantity Contract (IQC)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, by 21:00:00Z
- Published Date: April 30, 2026
Submission Requirements
Interested sources must complete the attached Market Research Questionnaire and submit it via email to the Contract Specialist, Kelly Nicklaus, at Kelly.nicklaus@dla.mil. This information is crucial for DLA to tailor a realistic and beneficial future solicitation.