Container,freight,UTI

The Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support Construction and Equipment office, issued through DLA office SPE8ED, seeks quotes for 37 each 20-foot ISO freight containers (NSN 8150-01-463-8553) under request for quotation SPE8ED27Q0033, with quotes due October 15, 2026. The set-aside is Total Small Business, and quotes must be submitted via DIBBS.

Delivery is to Japan Sagami Army Depot within 120 days, on an FOB destination basis with inspection and acceptance at destination. Trans-shipment through DLA Containerization and Consolidation Points is not permitted. The containers must be new or one-time use, and the contractor must provide ocean bills of lading within 30 days of shipment. The solicitation cites DFARS 252.247-7023 for sea transportation and states a preference for U.S.-flag vessels.

Technical requirements include 14-gauge corrugated steel exteriors (ASTM A588, A606, or A847), 7-gauge steel end frames, forklift pockets, passive ventilation vents, and six upper and lower side wall anchor rings. Containers require locking steel double-end swing doors, two weathertight manifest boxes, and marine-grade plywood flooring with a clear finish. Paint is specified as Light Green (exterior), Gray (interior), and Olive Drab (internal custom plate). Other requirements include CSC Safety Approval data plates, anti-pilferage provisions, MIL-STD-3037 serial-number stenciling, and ISO 1496, ISO 668, and ISO 6346 compliance. Packaging must meet ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, and quality conformance inspections follow RQ006. Buy American and Balance of Payments Program requirements under DFARS 252.225-7001 apply.

The PSC is 8150, Freight Containers, and the purchase request number is 7017946771. The notice does not state an award value, incumbent, or evaluation criteria.