81--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 opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside and requires manufacturers to meet stringent technical and quality standards, including First Article Testing (FAT). Proposals are due April 7, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the manufacture of specialized shipping and storage containers, specifically aluminum container shells. Key requirements include compliance with General Electric drawing number (99207) 21C14061 (latest revision) and (80132) 15930, along with all referenced specifications. Contractors must adhere to specific welding standards (AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, D1.6), cleaning, deoxidizing, and Unique Identification (UID) marking per MIL-STD-130. The containers must also undergo a 100% production leak test and meet MIL-STD 2073 packaging requirements.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Solicitation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Proposal Due: April 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET
- Published: April 1, 2026
Key Requirements & Evaluation
A critical aspect is the First Article Testing (FAT), which is estimated to cost $15,000 and will be added to offerors' prices for solicitation purposes. Contractors must submit one unit of CAGE (99207) Part Number 21C14061 within 120 calendar days of contract award. The government will complete testing within 90 days and provide approval/disapproval within 150 days. New manufacturers may require engineering source approval, pre-award surveys, and post-award conferences. A waiver for FAT is possible for offerors who have previously furnished identical production articles within three years, using the same production location and processes, provided they submit a certification and two price options (with and without FAT).
Additional Notes
For requests to access drawings or inquiries about Source Approval Request procedures, contact the buyer. All costs and responsibilities related to FAT submission and shipment are borne by the contractor.