81--SHIPPING AND STORAG
Overview
Buyer
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PSC
Set Aside
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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 NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support (NAVSUP WSS), a sub-tier of the Department of the Navy, is seeking to procure 421 specialized SHIPPING AND STORAG containers (NSN 8145 010124088). This opportunity, initially limited, is now under full and open competition. Offers are due by June 11, 2026.
Scope of Work
This procurement is for NSN 8145 010124088, Item: SHIPPING AND STORAG, quantity 421 EA, with delivery FOB Origin. The part requires engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain quality. Existing unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge by qualified sources necessitate acquisition from approved sources, or qualification of alternate sources in accordance with design control activity procedures.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation (for supplies)
- NAICS Code: 332439
- FSC: 8145 (Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers)
- Set-Aside: None (Full and Open Competition)
- Response Due: June 11, 2026, 8:30 PM EDT
- Published: May 12, 2026
Technical Requirements
Detailed specifications are provided in imageidx-20240126153615.pdf. This document outlines requirements for blow-molded reusable container assemblies, including materials (High Density Polyethylene - HDPE), specific identification markings, and details for Type I and Type II containers with various dimensions. Critical testing requirements include first article testing, production testing (e.g., drop tests), and quality assurance procedures. Bidders must refer to Table I for specific dimensions and performance requirements for different part numbers (P069-1 through P069-7), including load capacity and deflection limits.
Important Updates
An amendment (posted June 4, 2025) explicitly changed this solicitation from limited competitive to full and open competition, reopening the opportunity to a broader vendor base.
Additional Notes
The Government intends to acquire these supplies using FAR Part 15, and policies contained in FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) are not being used. Electronic procedures will be used for this solicitation, which will be posted to NECO. No telephone requests will be honored, and no hard copies will be mailed out.