Boxes, Cartons, And Crates

PSC 8115 (Boxes, Cartons, and Crates) encompasses a broad spectrum of packaging and shipping container solutions for federal government agencies. These products include corrugated fiberboard boxes, wooden crates, plastic containers, specialized shipping cases, and custom packaging materials designed to transport, store, and protect various equipment and supplies. The category covers a wide range of dimensions, materials, and technical specifications tailored to specific agency needs, from small document mailers to large equipment transport containers.

Federal Contract Awards in this category reveal a consistent pattern of procurement from agencies like the General Services Administration (GSA), Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of Veterans Affairs, and Department of Agriculture. Typical contract values range from a few hundred to tens of thousands of dollars, with most being firm fixed-price delivery orders. Frequently awarded contractors include Connecticut Container Corp., Ponderosa Packaging Corp., and Sapper Plastics LLC. Many awards are not set aside, though some target small businesses, particularly woman-owned and veteran-owned small businesses. Performance locations are predominantly across the continental United States, with delivery destinations spanning military bases, logistics centers, and federal warehouses.

Recent federal contract opportunities demonstrate significant demand for specialized packaging solutions across various agencies. The Department of Agriculture Forest Service seeks custom wooden pallets for wildland firefighting equipment, while the Defense Logistics Agency requires specialized shipping containers for military equipment. The Department of Veterans Affairs is exploring a comprehensive contract for custom shipping boxes to support veteran patient services. Most opportunities are set aside for small businesses, specifically targeting the Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing NAICS code (322211). Requested products range from simple corrugated shipping boxes to complex, custom-designed containers for sensitive equipment, with delivery locations primarily in states like California, Idaho, Pennsylvania, and Texas.