NSN 6KH 8145-01-148-1369 VH CONTAINER,SHIPPING
ID: SPRPA125REH87Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATION AT PHILADELPHIA, PAPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5098, USA

NAICS

Other Metal Container Manufacturing (332439)

PSC

SPECIALIZED SHIPPING AND STORAGE CONTAINERS (8145)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Aviation at Philadelphia, is soliciting offers for the procurement of shipping containers, specifically NSN 6KH 8145-01-148-1369. The contract is set aside for small businesses and requires adherence to specific technical requirements, including the use of aluminum shells, unique identification markings, and compliance with various manufacturing standards and quality assurance provisions. These shipping containers are critical for specialized storage and transportation needs within defense operations. Interested contractors must submit their offers by September 19, 2025, and can reach out to Gia Pantaleo at 215-737-2249 or via email at gia.pantaleo@dla.mil for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Gia Pantaleo 2157372249
    gia.pantaleo@dla.mil
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    This document, Amendment 0001 to Solicitation SPRPA1-25-R-EH87, extends the deadline for offer submissions to September 19, 2025. It details the technical requirements for shipping containers (CLIN 0001, NIIN: 011481369), including material specifications (aluminum shell), manufacturing standards (Container Research Corporation drawing 05259 379E001, latest revision), and applicable documents (various standards and specifications). Key requirements cover desiccant placement, zinc-nickel alloy finish instead of cadmium plating, Unique Identification (UID) marking, and extensive welding and cleaning procedures. The amendment also outlines packaging (MIL-STD 2073) and quality assurance provisions, including a 100% production leak test and detailed First Article Test (FAT) requirements. The FAT involves dimensional, form, fit, and function tests, with an estimated cost of $12,000 to be added to offerors' prices. It specifies the delivery of one FAT unit within 120 days and a 90-day government review period. Contractors can request a waiver of FAT requirements under specific conditions, which may lead to an adjusted delivery schedule. All costs associated with FAT submission and shipment are borne by the contractor.
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