The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, PA, is soliciting proposals for the procurement of specialized shipping containers, specifically aluminum containers, under the NAICS code 332439. The procurement emphasizes the need for engineering source approval to ensure quality, with a focus on compliance with various military standards and specifications, including First Article Testing (FAT) requirements. These containers are critical for military logistics and must meet stringent quality assurance measures, including dimensional and leak tests, with a delivery timeline set for 365 days after contract award. Interested parties should submit their proposals by December 26, 2025, and can direct inquiries to GIA Pantaleo at 215-737-2249 or via email at GIA.PANTALEO@DLA.MIL.

SOURCE SOUGHT NOTICE:
DLA Aviation Philadelphia is seeking eligible contractors to furnish effort including labor, material, and facilities as may be required to manufacture the items as specified within this document.
The Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source or a limited number of responsible sources under the authority of FAR 6.302-1. The Government intends to solicit for the procurement of: NSN 6KH 8145 015897584 B8, P/N 00201400000, CONTAINER SHIPPING, the item is used on or supports. (If procuring multiple items, see attached listing). The Government does not possess the data necessary to perform the required manufacture of the item.
All responsible sources may express their interest and provide capability statements in response to this notice.
This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within 5 days after the date of publication of this Sources Sought Notice may be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Only approved sources will be solicited, and source approval may be required. DLA Aviation Philadelphia will not delay award while source approval is pending.
The time required for approval of a new source is normally such that an award cannot be delayed pending approval of a new source. If you are not an approved source you must submit, together with your proposal, the information detailed in Source Approval Information Brochure for Spares.
Additional information for submitting a Source Approval Request package can be obtained at:
https://www.navsup.navy.mil/NAVSUP-Enterprise/NAVSUP-Weapon-Systems-Support/Business-Opps/
The POC is Gia.Pantaleo@dla.mil.

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