Shipping and Storage

SOL #: SPE8ED26Q0418Sources Sought

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE
Defense Logistics Agency
DLA TROOP SUPPORT
PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

PSC

Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers (8145)

Set Aside

No set aside specified

Timeline

1
Posted
Mar 27, 2026
2
Response Deadline
Apr 26, 2026, 7:00 PM

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.

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