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, under the Department of Defense, has issued a Presolicitation for Specialized Shipping and Storage Containers, specifically NSN 6K-8145-016275563-H5, with a Technical Data Package (TDP) Version 003, Quantity 1 EA, FOB Origin. This requirement mandates engineering source approval by the design control activity to ensure part quality. Responses are due by July 20, 2026.
Scope of Work
The opportunity is for the acquisition of NSN 6K-8145-016275563-H5, a specialized shipping and storage container. A key aspect of this requirement is the necessity for engineering source approval by the design control activity. Acquisition or repair of this part must be from approved source(s) due to their unique design capability, engineering skills, manufacturing/repair knowledge, and retention of data rights or technical data not economically available to the Government. Any alternate source must undergo a qualification process approved by the design control activity and the cognizant Government engineering activity.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Presolicitation
- Product Service Code: 8145 (Specialized Shipping And Storage Containers)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: July 20, 2026, 04:00 AM UTC
- Published: June 4, 2026, 12:23 PM UTC
Evaluation
Award will be based on the ability to meet the stringent requirement for engineering source approval and qualification by the design control activity, ensuring the quality and integrity of the part. Only approved sources or those who successfully qualify as an alternate source will be considered.
Additional Notes
For further information, contact Alana M. Berkheiser via email at ALANA.BERKHEISER@DLA.MIL or by phone at (215)737-2522.