Shipping and storage container, swashplate assy

The Defense Logistics Agency Aviation (DLA Aviation) is seeking a contractor to provide a specialized shipping and storage container for a swashplate assembly, identified by National Stock Number (NSN) 8145-00-563-9803. This solicitation is for a specific metal container manufacturing project categorized under NAICS code 332439, focusing on Other Metal Container Manufacturing. The opportunity was posted on January 21, 2025, with proposals due by February 17, 2025, giving potential vendors approximately four weeks to prepare and submit their responses. While specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the notice, contractors will likely be assessed on technical capabilities, manufacturing precision, and ability to meet military specifications for aerospace component storage. The procurement appears to be for a critical aircraft component storage solution, suggesting rigorous technical and quality standards will be paramount in vendor selection.

The solicitation does not indicate any specific set-aside classifications, meaning the opportunity is open to all qualified vendors. The place of performance is designated as Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, which suggests the containers will be used in aircraft maintenance or logistics operations. No specific award value or quantity requirements are explicitly stated in the notice, which might indicate a potential for further clarification during the bidding process. The contract's focus on a specialized swashplate assembly container implies a niche requirement that may require advanced manufacturing capabilities and precise engineering specifications. Potential contractors should carefully review the detailed technical requirements and be prepared to demonstrate expertise in creating high-precision military-grade shipping and storage solutions for aerospace components.