Cardboard Shipping Kits
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) Distribution is soliciting proposals for Cardboard Shipping Kits for its San Joaquin, CA facility. This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation issued as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside. Amendment 0001 revised quantities and extended the quote due date.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for various sizes of Shipper Kits, specifically 12"x12"x12", 16"x16"x16", and 20"x20"x20". These boxes must meet stringent specifications including specific test strengths (e.g., 275 lb test, double wall), compliance with standards such as ASTM D5118 and ISTA 1A, and must be UN Rated for Packaging Groups I, II, and III. Assembly and closure instructions are required to be printed directly on the boxes. All materials must be shipped on serviceable, winged pallets. Proof of Delivery documents must include the contract number, CLIN/material number, specific quantity shipped, and a printed name and written signature of a government employee.
Contract Details
This will result in a single Firm Fixed Price purchase order. The contract is FOB Destination, meaning unit prices must include shipping costs. The requested lead time for delivery is 30 days After Receipt of Order.
Set-Aside & Eligibility
This acquisition is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) Set-Aside under FAR 19.14. The applicable NAICS Code is 322211, with a size standard of 1,250 employees. Offerors must be actively registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
Submission & Evaluation
Quotes are due by May 14, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST). Submissions must be sent electronically via email to Thomas.semones@dla.mil; facsimile and hard copy submissions will not be accepted. Offerors must acknowledge receipt of Amendment 0001. The period of acceptance for quotes is 60 calendar days. Evaluation will be based on the lowest evaluated price among acceptable offerors, with Technical Capability and Past Performance assessed on an acceptable/unacceptable basis.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Tom Semones at thomas.semones@dla.mil.