SHIPPING AND STORAG
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 at Philadelphia, PA has issued a solicitation for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers. This is identified as a sole source procurement, meaning the government does not own data rights for this container, and offers will only be accepted from government-approved sources of supply or their authorized distributors. Proposals are due by March 27, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity requires the manufacturing, testing, and inspection of steel container shells in accordance with Sikorsky drawing number (78286) SPD65E39-75-001, latest revision, and all referenced specifications. Key requirements include specific cleaning and treatment for steel and aluminum surfaces (e.g., MIL-DTL-53072C, MIL-DTL-5541), painting specifications (e.g., MIL-PRF-23377, MIL-DTL-64159), and the use of a specific Zinc-Nickel Alloy finish instead of Cadmium plating. Containers must include Unique Identification (UID) markings per Mil-STD-130 and specific welding qualifications (AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6).
Quality Assurance & First Article Testing (FAT)
A First Article Test (FAT) is required, estimated at $12,000, involving a 100% production leak test (including an 18-inch free fall drop test and pneumatic pressure test). The contractor must deliver one FAT unit of CAGE (78286) Part Number SPD65E39-75-001 within 120 calendar days. The government will provide approval or disapproval within 60 days of receipt. Costs for re-testing due to disapproval are borne by the contractor.
FAT Waiver
The Naval Inventory Control Point may waive FAT requirements for offerors who have previously supplied identical production articles within three years, using the same production location, and can provide a certification. Offerors requesting a waiver must submit two prices: one with FAT compliance and one based on a waiver.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation (Sole Source Procurement)
- Product/Service Code: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
- Response Due: March 27, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
- Published: February 25, 2026
- Set-Aside: None specified (explicitly stated as sole source)
Additional Notes
Packaging must comply with MIL-STD 2073. Offers from non-government-approved sources will be deemed technically unacceptable. Authorized distributors must submit a copy of their authorization letter. Contact CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL for inquiries.