Purchas of Boxes for Logistics
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 U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), National Logistics Support Center (NLSC) is soliciting quotes for the purchase of various boxes for logistics. This is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity under NAICS 322211 (Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing) with a 1,250-employee size standard. The resulting award will be a firm-fixed price Purchase Order (PO). Quotes are due Monday, June 22, 2026, at 12 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The NLSC intends to procure specific types of boxes as detailed in the "List of Boxes.xlsx" attachment. These supplies must be packaged to prevent physical, cosmetic, or performance damage. Only firms capable of providing the exact supplies described will be considered responsive. The "List of Boxes.xlsx" specifies items by nomenclature, quantity, and detailed descriptions including material, dimensions, and construction.
Contract Details
- Solicitation Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (RFQ No. NRD142082-26-0294)
- Contract Vehicle: Firm-Fixed Price Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: 100% Total Small Business
- NAICS: 322211 Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing (Size Standard: 1,250 Employees)
- Place of Acceptance: National Logistics Support Center, 14200 Merritt Rd, Grandview, MO 64030
Evaluation Factors
Award will be based on a best value comparative evaluation (FAR 13.106-2(b)(3)), where non-price factors are slightly more important than price. Each response must meet solicitation requirements.
- Delivery Terms: Offerors must provide a detailed production plan for the delivery timeframe (X weeks after PO receipt). Earlier delivery is more favorably evaluated. Penalties for late delivery include 2% for the first 14 days and an additional 5% for every 30 days thereafter.
- Price: Quotes must be all-inclusive firm fixed pricing, covering all costs including return shipping.
Submission Requirements & Deadlines
- Quote Content:
- Written quote, valid for at least 30 calendar days from closing, including expiration date.
- Company name, address, Unique Entity ID (UEI), CAGE code, Point of Contact (email, phone).
- All-inclusive pricing (including shipping) and product descriptions per specifications.
- Delivery terms.
- Address all evaluation factors.
- Response to CAR clause 1352.209-74, Organizational Conflict of Interest – Warrant and Disclosure. This clause requires disclosure of potential OCIs and management of subcontractor OCIs.
- System for Award Management (SAM): Contractors must be registered in SAM with a Unique Entity ID to be considered for award.
- Questions: Submit questions via email to William Roberts (william.roberts@noaa.gov). No phone calls will be answered.
- Quote Submittal: Email quotes to nws.nrc.contract@noaa.gov, ATTN: William Roberts. Clearly mark with Solicitation Number: NRD142082-26-0294.
- Quote Due Date: Monday, June 22, 2026, at 12 PM CT. Late quotes will not be considered.