Cardboard Shipping Boxes

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a checklist for a solicitation, outlining the required steps and documents for bidders to submit a complete quote or proposal.

• Sign and submit all Amendments (if applicable).

• Complete Attachment 1 – Schedule of Supplies (fill out Unit Price only).

• Complete Section Two: Schedule of Supplies and Services, Paragraph 4 (if applicable).

• Complete Section Three: Description/PWS, following instructions in Section 13, Paragraph 6.B (do not copy and paste).

• Complete Section 7: Contract Administrative Data, Paragraph 2, System for Award Management.

• Note that the requirement is FOB Destination, and unit prices must include shipping.

• Questions are due by April 23, 2026.

• Quotes are due by April 28, 2026.

• This checklist guides bidders through the necessary submission components for the opportunity.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a combined synopsis/solicitation (RFQ) for commercial products, specifically cardboard shipping boxes, for DLA Distribution San Joaquin, CA. This announcement serves as the sole solicitation, and no separate written solicitation will be issued.

The solicitation details several types of shipping boxes with specific dimensions, test ratings, UN ratings, and material standards. Key items include:

• Shipper Kit, 12"x12"x12", 275 lb test, double wall, UN#4GV/X13/S (Uline S-14955 or equivalent)
• BOX (Variation), 14"x14"x14", 275# DW, UN rated for special packaging groups I, II, & III (similar or equal to Uline S-22742), must be ordered in multiples of 15.
• BOX (Variation), 16"x16"x16", UN Rating 4GV/X27.3/S, 275#DW, sold in Kits of 15 (Uline S-20405 or equivalent).
• Shipper Kit, 20"x20"x20", 350 lb test, double wall, UN#4GV/X39.4/S, UN Rated for Packaging Groups I, II, & III (Uline S-14957 or equivalent).

All items must be packaged in accordance with ASTM D3951. Material must be shipped on serviceable, winged pallets in accordance with MD00100452, Revision C.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price purchase order.

• Period of Performance: Delivery lead time is 30 days After Receipt of Order.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated, but the acquisition is for commercial products.

• Proposal Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Thomas.semones@dla.mil by 12:00 PM EST on April 28, 2026. Facsimile and hard copy submissions will not be accepted.

• Evaluation Criteria: The Government intends to award to the acceptable quoter with the lowest evaluated price. Technical Capability and Past Performance will be evaluated on an acceptable or unacceptable basis. Price analysis will be performed on technically acceptable quotes.

• This acquisition is a 100% Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside.

• NAICS Code: 322211, Size Standard: 1,250 employees.

• Quoters must include manufacturer name and address, manufacturer part number, and descriptive literature demonstrating product meets requirements.

• Past performance information is required.

• All quotes must be in English.

• A period of acceptance of quotes is 60 calendar days from the quote receipt date.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 1 - Schedule of Supplies.xlsx", provides a detailed list of supplies required for the opportunity. It includes CLINs, material numbers, descriptions, units of issue, quantities, and unit prices. Bidders should use this document to understand the specific items and quantities being procured and to prepare their pricing.

• CLINs (Contract Line Item Numbers): 0001 through 0004.
• Material Descriptions: Includes detailed specifications for Shipper Kits and Boxes (e.g., dimensions, test strengths, UN ratings, compliance standards, equivalent models).
• Units of Issue: Each (EA).
• Quantities: Specified for each CLIN (e.g., 3150 EA for CLIN 0001).
• Unit Price: Currently listed as 0.0 for all CLINs, indicating pricing is to be determined or provided by the bidder.
• Controlled by: CUI Category SSEL, Distribution Control FED ONLY.

This attachment is critical for bidders to accurately price their proposals. It outlines the exact nature and quantity of the supplies needed. Bidders must ensure their proposed items meet or exceed the detailed specifications provided for each material. The zero unit prices suggest that bidders are expected to provide their own competitive pricing for these items.