81--SHIPPING AND STORAG

SOL #: SPRPA126RVB07Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Defense Logistics Agency

DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA

PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, 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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/fa94e390c76f46d9a59ede4f6635fbb3/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 20, 2026

Last Updated

May 6, 2026

Submission Deadline

Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA is soliciting bids for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers (PSC 8145, NAICS 332439, SBA Size 500). This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The requirement involves manufacturing, testing, and inspection of containers according to specific drawings and military standards. Proposals are due by April 15, 2026.

Scope of Work

This solicitation, SPRPA1-26-R-VB07, requires the manufacture, testing, and inspection of container shells made of aluminum. Key technical requirements include:

Compliance with CONTAINER RESEARCH CORPORATION drawing number (05259) 583E001, Revision LATEST, and referenced specifications.
Inclusion of desiccant (MIL-D-3464, Type II) and sealing of crevices with MIL-S-81733 or equivalent.
Zinc-Nickel Alloy finish (ASTM B 841 Class 1, Type B, Grade 3) instead of Cadmium plating.
Use of approved shock mounts; no substitutions without written permission.
Affixing a nameplate with Unique Identification (UID) marking per Mil-STD-130 latest revision.
Welding and welder qualifications to AWS D1.1 (steel), AWS D1.2 or MIL-W-22248 Class 4 (aluminum), AWS D1.3 (sheet steel), and AWS D1.6 (stainless steel).
Specific cleaning, deoxidizing, and surface finishing (glass bead blasting) procedures.
Assignment of serial numbers using a specified convention.

Key Requirements & Testing

First Article Test (FAT): Mandatory for new manufacturers, costing an estimated $15,000.00 which will be added to the offeror's price. FAT includes dimensional tests, 100% production leak tests, 18-inch free fall drop tests, and form/fit/function checks. One unit of CAGE (05259) Part Number 583E001 is to be delivered to the test facility within 120 calendar days of contract award.
Waiver of FAT: Possible for offerors who have previously furnished identical production articles accepted by the Government or OEM within three years, using the same production location, facilities, and processes.
Source Approval Request (SAR): Required for containers to ensure technical acceptability, especially for new sources of supply.
Packaging: MIL-STD 2073 packaging applies.

Contract Details

Type: Solicitation (SEALED BID - IFB)
Set-Aside: Total Small Business
NAICS: 332439 (SBA Size: 500 employees)
PSC: 8145 - Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers
Agency: DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY / DLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PA

Evaluation & Submission

Proposals will be evaluated based on "LOWEST PRICED TECHNICALLY ACCEPTABLE" and "EVALUATION FACTORS FOR AWARD," with past performance considered more important than price. Source Approval Request (SAR) is mandatory for technical acceptability. Offers must comply with all terms and conditions.