Drum, Shipping - 8110-00-030-7780 and 8110-00-292-9783
ID: 00307780-002929783Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA TROOP SUPPORTPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

PSC

DRUMS AND CANS (8110)
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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is seeking additional sources for the procurement of shipping and storage drums identified by National Stock Numbers (NSN) 8110-00-030-7780 and 8110-00-292-9783. This opportunity involves the submission of technical data packages for drums manufactured under Military Specifications (81349) and drawing number MIL-DTL-6054, as part of market research to inform future procurement strategies. These drums are essential for military logistics and support operations, and the DLA is considering a potential one-time large procurement with direct deliveries to various U.S. depots. Interested parties must submit their technical data packages by the close of business on October 12, 2024, to Quiana Bowser at quiana.bowser@dla.mil, and should note that submissions will not be compensated.

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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support is conducting market research for the acquisition of two types of shipping and storage drums with National Stock Numbers (NSN) 8110-00-030-7780 and 8110-00-292-9783. The DLA seeks insights from industry regarding procurement strategies, pricing, and the capacities of suppliers in anticipation of a solicitation possibly leading to an Indefinite Quantity Contract lasting up to five years. The agency requires responses to specific queries related to the nature, stock status, and production capabilities of the drums, as well as delivery times and pricing structures. Questions include the viability of stocking the items, potential price breaks based on order quantities, and any issues that might affect manufacturing. Respondents are also asked about their electronic data interchange (EDI) capabilities and their ability to respond to rapid request for proposals. The input collected will remain confidential and guide the DLA in optimizing their contracting approach for these essential items necessary for military support worldwide.
    The DLA Troop Support has issued a Sources Sought Notice to identify potential suppliers for shipping and storage drums specified by their National Item Identification Numbers (NIIN) and drawing number MIL-DTL-6054. This inquiry is part of market research and does not constitute a Request for Proposal or Quote; no solicitation number is assigned at this point. While DLA is considering a one-time large procurement with direct deliveries to various depots in the U.S., details regarding quantity and funding are not yet available. The government is not obliged to purchase materials as a result of this notice, and any submissions from interested contractors will not be compensated. Respondents may provide market data and technical insights to assist DLA's procurement processes and are encouraged to contact Quiana Bowser for further communication. Any future solicitations will be posted on the SAM.gov website, and prospective offerors are advised to keep track of updates there.
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