Shipping and storag

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation is seeking to procure specialized shipping and storage containers under Product Service Code 8145, as detailed in this pre-solicitation notice posted on December 19, 2025. The specific item being procured is identified by NSN 6K-8145-017035667-QE (Technical Data Package Version 004, Reference Number 953E001), with a required quantity of 9 units. The government has indicated that it does not currently possess sufficient, accurate, or legible technical data to source this part from alternative suppliers, which typically indicates a sole-source or limited-competition procurement scenario. Interested contractors should note the proposal due date of February 2, 2026, and should monitor for the full solicitation to understand specific evaluation criteria and technical requirements. This pre-solicitation notice serves as an opportunity for potential bidders to prepare for the formal request for proposals and clarify any requirements before the official solicitation is released.

This procurement carries no set-aside designation, meaning it is open to all eligible contractors regardless of small business status or other categorical preferences. The notice does not identify a current incumbent contractor, though the government's statement regarding data limitations suggests the current source may be the incumbent. No specific contract award value or budget range is provided in this pre-solicitation notice. The procurement calls for delivery on a free-on-board origin basis, indicating the contractor will be responsible for shipping costs from the point of origin. With only 9 units required and the specialized nature of these shipping and storage containers, this appears to be a relatively small procurement that will likely progress to formal solicitation in the coming weeks.