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 Presolicitation for the acquisition or repair of NSN 6K-8145-015874727-E7, SHIPPING AND STORAG. This requirement emphasizes the need for engineering source approval by the design control activity to maintain part quality. Responses are due July 13, 2026.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the acquisition or repair of NSN 6K-8145-015874727-E7, identified as Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers (PSC 8145). The requirement specifies that the part necessitates engineering source approval from the design control activity. This is due to existing unique design capabilities, engineering skills, and manufacturing/repair knowledge held by qualified source(s) who retain data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government. These factors are essential for maintaining the quality of the part. Any alternate source must undergo a qualification process in accordance with the design control activity's procedures, which must be approved by the cognizant Government engineering activity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 13, 2026
- Published: May 28, 2026
Qualification Requirements
Bidders must demonstrate compliance with engineering source approval requirements. Existing approved sources are preferred due to proprietary data and specialized knowledge. Alternate sources must successfully complete a qualification process approved by the Government engineering activity.
Additional Notes
For inquiries, contact CASEY STOCK at CASEY.STOCK@DLA.MIL or (215)737-0543.