Shipping and Storage
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 DLA Troop Support is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential manufacturers for Shipping and Storage containers (National Stock Number: 8145-01-721-7161). This effort aims to inform the development of a future solicitation for these items. Responses are due April 26, 2026.
Scope of Work
The agency is seeking sources capable of manufacturing the specified "Shipping and Storage" items. Interested contractors are required to submit a complete technical data package. This package must include a copy of the original manufacturer’s drawings for comparison by the Engineering Support Activity (ESA). The items are associated with Manufacturer: Gemstar Manufacturing, Inc., Cage Code: 36NE1, and Part Number: C21100005. The government does not possess these proprietary drawings.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: April 26, 2026
- Published: March 27, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for market research purposes only. The government is not obligated to purchase any material as a result of this inquiry and will not pay for any information submitted. Responses will be used to identify potential sources and develop a future solicitation for Shipping and Storage.
Additional Notes
This is not a Request for Quote. Interested contractors should contact Avril Dickerson at Avril.Dickerson@dla.mil or 445-737-7976 prior to the response date.