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1ST CHOICE LOGISTICS LC

UEI: CV4ZW3JLUKX5CAGE: 64B89

1ST CHOICE LOGISTICS LC is a federal contractor, registered under UEI CV4ZW3JLUKX5 and CAGE code 64B89. It has been awarded $1,292,495 across 16 federal contracts. Primary work spans Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing, Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance, and Other Metal Container Manufacturing. Top awarding agencies include Department Of Agriculture and Department Of The Interior.

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Phone+1 (555) 000-0000

Address123 Main St, City, ST 12345

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CV4ZW3JLUKX5

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64B89

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Sole Proprietorship

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Business Classifications

1E1S23272XA2HQLJNBOWXY

NAICS Codes

238390Other Building Finishing Contractors

311423Dried and Dehydrated Food Manufacturing

311991Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing

332439Other Metal Container Manufacturing

423110Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers

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Federal Contracting Overview

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AI Capability Profile

1ST CHOICE LOGISTICS LC specializes in the procurement, handling, and distribution of perishable food commodities for U.S. government humanitarian and domestic assistance programs. Their core capabilities center on the end-to-end logistics of fresh agricultural products, particularly russet potatoes...

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Awards by Agency

Department Of Agriculture$1.2M93.8%

Department Of The Interior$79.9K6.2%

Awards by NAICS

311991 - Perishable Prepared Food Manufacturing$1.2M90.3%

484230 - Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Long-Distance$46.5K3.6%

332439 - Other Metal Container Manufacturing$18.7K1.5%

423110 - Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers$17.0K1.3%

336112 - Light Truck and Utility Vehicle Manufacturing$13.3K1%

221310 - Water Supply and Irrigation Systems$10.8K0.8%

- Unknown NAICS$8.3K0.6%

493110 - General Warehousing and Storage$7.1K0.6%

Others - Other NAICS codes (1 codes, <0.5% each)$4.0K0.3%

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Open opportunities in 1ST CHOICE LOGISTICS LC's top NAICS codes and agencies

Water Infrastructure Installation and RepairThe contract covers the installation, repair, and maintenance of potable water infrastructure including water mains, meter vaults, and service meters, ensuring reliable access to clean drinking water across the Port of Seattle’s facilities. The work falls under NAICS code 221310, indicating it is classified as water distribution system construction and maintenance, and is structured as a subcontract with no set-aside provisions specified. Performance is expected to occur at locations managed by the Port of Seattle under the oversight of Marine Maintenance, though exact geographic details are not provided. The solicitation was posted on July 25, 2026, and interested parties can access further information through the provided portal link.

Marine Maintenance

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Operation and Maintenance of Wahiawa Irrigation SystemThe contract involves the full operation and maintenance of the Wahiawa Irrigation System on Oahu, Hawaii, encompassing all components necessary to deliver water from the system to customer water meters or points of delivery. This includes routine care and servicing of valves, controls, filters, and related infrastructure, along with specialized responsibilities such as daily visual inspections of the water system facilities and maintaining water levels in three regulated dams according to directives from the Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Water Resources. The work requires diligent adherence to operational protocols to ensure consistent water supply and infrastructure integrity. The solicitation, designated B27000123, was posted on July 24, 2026, with a response deadline of August 21, 2026, and is issued by the Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development, & Tourism under the State and Local Government (SLED) category. All performance activities are confined to Oahu, and inquiries should be directed to Ken Nakamoto at the provided contact information. The contract aims to secure a qualified contractor capable of managing the technical and operational demands of a critical irrigation network that supports agricultural and community water needs across the region.

Department of Business, Economic Development, & Tourism

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract, solicitation SPRPA126RVC05, issued by the Department of Defense through DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, pertains to the supply of shipping and storage containers governed by Drawing 838E001, Revision Latest, and referenced specifications including MIL-I-45208. The containers must be manufactured using rotational molding with polyethylene shell material and meet stringent quality and compliance requirements, including adherence to AWS welding standards for steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, and use of electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy finishes in place of cadmium plating. Each container must be affixed with a Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format per MIL-STD-130, and a serial number formatted as “contract#_no_dashes-000X.” A First Article Test (FAT) is mandatory unless waived for previously approved suppliers who can demonstrate identical prior production within three years at the same facility using identical processes and without waivers or rejections. The contractor must submit one unit for FAT within 120 calendar days of contract award, and the government will conduct rigorous testing including dimensional inspection, initial and final leak tests at 0.25±0.05 PSIG, an 18-inch free-fall drop test, and form-and-fit verification using government-provided items. The cost of FAT testing, estimated at $12,000, is borne by the contractor, and any failure to comply may result in contract default. All testing components, including shipping and disposal, are the contractor’s responsibility, and rejected units must be corrected and resubmitted at the contractor’s expense. The contract imposes strict controls on materials and manufacturing processes: welding must follow specific filler alloys for aluminum (4043 or 5356/5556), and work stations must maintain clean, controlled environments to prevent contamination. Contaminants such as oils and waxes must be removed through approved cleaning methods, and chemical deoxidizing must occur no more than 10 days prior to welding (reduced to 3 days outdoors), followed immediately by mechanical cleaning using approved stainless steel tools to prevent galvanic corrosion. Desiccant in accordance with MIL-D-3464 must be included at one-third unit per cubic foot of interior volume, and packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073. The contract mandates use of the Workflow Pro Mod Assist Module, requires adherence to Buy American provisions

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract encompasses the procurement of specialized shipping and storage containers under solicitation SPRPA126RVB95, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Philadelphia, with a closing date extended to August 27, 2026. The containers must be manufactured to exacting specifications outlined in Container Research Corporation drawing number 05259, revision latest, with aluminum shell material and strict adherence to AWS welding standards for aluminum, steel, and stainless steel. Critical requirements include compliance with MIL-STD-130 for Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format, with each unit assigned a serial number following the format “contract#_no_dashes-000X”. Welding processes must be controlled, documented, and inspected with visual and potential non-destructive testing, while sealing crevices and applying electrodeposited zinc-nickel alloy finishes are mandatory. Materials and processes are tightly regulated, including deoxidizing procedures limited to 10 days prior to welding and prohibited use of certain cleaning agents. Quality assurance is rigorous, requiring a First Article Test (FAT) for new manufacturers, with one unit submitted for comprehensive testing within 120 calendar days of contract award. Testing includes dimensional checks, a 18-inch free-fall drop test, pneumatic leak detection (with pressure loss thresholds strictly defined), form and fit verification, and coating inspections. The contractor bears all costs related to FAT submission, shipping, and rework if disapproved, and must provide operating and maintenance instructions. Approved paint systems and coating thicknesses are mandated per federal and military standards, with restrictions on ozone-depleting substances. A waiver to FAT is available only to prior suppliers who can prove identical production under the same facility, processes, and within three years, and must submit dual pricing. All containers require desiccant, sealed joints, and nameplates with UID marks, with the Naval Inventory Control Point Philadelphia acting as the contact for serial number assignment and test scheduling. Packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073, and the contract includes provisions for security, Buy American compliance, small business set-asides, and equal opportunity, reflecting a comprehensive framework for defense-critical supply chain integrity.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract solicits the manufacture of containers meeting strict technical and quality standards, with the primary item identified by drawing number 05259-657E001, Revision Latest, produced via rotomolding using plastic shell material. Each container must be uniquely identified with a UID marking in data matrix format per MIL-STD-130, with serial numbers following the format contract#_no_dashes-000X, and must include a nameplate with approved alphanumeric serial numbering obtained from NAVICP. A First Article Test is mandatory unless waived under specific conditions for prior approved suppliers who meet stringent criteria including identical production location, processes, and no prior rejections or deviations. The First Article submission requires one unit delivered within 120 days of contract award to a government-designated test site, with comprehensive testing including dimensional verification, 18-inch free-fall drop testing, and pneumatic leak tests under defined pressure parameters, where any pressure loss over 0.05 psi or deformation exceeding three-quarters of an inch results in disapproval. The contractor bears all costs related to First Article testing, including shipping, repairs, and additional submissions if failed, and must certify that production occurs at the same facility as the First Article. Compliance with ASTM B 841 for zinc-nickel plating, AWS D1.2 for welding, and MIL-C-5541 for cleaning is required, along with one-third unit of desiccant per cubic foot of internal volume. The contract mandates 100% production leak testing using Method 5009 of Federal Test Method Standard 101C, with a threshold pressure loss of 0.025 PSIG after temperature and barometric adjustments. All tooling and manufacturing aids are the contractor’s responsibility, and no Government-furnished equipment applies. Packaging must follow MIL-STD-2073. The closing date for submissions has been extended to August 31, 2026. The solicitation includes multiple regulatory clauses such as Buy American, Equal Opportunity, Security Prohibitions, and Mandatory Use of Workflow Pro, and enforces strict liability limitations and compliance with National Defense priority ratings. Offers must clearly state whether they are submitted with or without waiver of First Article requirements, and failure to comply may result in contract default.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThe contract pertains to the procurement of containers manufactured to stringent military specifications, with primary reference to Container Research Corporation drawing number 05259, 530E001-501, latest revision, and associated technical requirements. The container shell is to be made of aluminum, with all manufacturing, testing, and inspection strictly adhering to the referenced drawings, specifications, and contract clauses. Key prohibitions include the use of MIL-W-81381 wire, which must be replaced with SAE-AS22759, and cadmium plating, which is replaced with electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy per ASTM B841. Welding must comply with AWS standards for the respective metals, with specific filler materials required for aluminum alloys, and all welds must undergo visual inspection with 5x magnification where necessary, with potential additional non-destructive testing such as dye penetrant as directed by the government. Strict cleaning and deoxidizing procedures must be followed prior to welding, including chemical treatments with approved acids and mechanical cleaning methods that avoid iron-based abrasives to prevent corrosion. Each container must be marked with a Unique Identification (UID) in data matrix format on a nameplate, per MIL-STD-130, and assigned a sequential serial number starting from 0001. A First Article Test (FAT) is mandatory for new manufacturers, requiring submission of one unit for comprehensive testing at a designated government facility in Colts Neck, NJ, within 60 calendar days of contract award. FAT includes dimensional checks, leak testing under 1.00 ± 0.05 psig pressure for 30 minutes, an 18-inch free fall drop test on concrete, form and fit verification with government-supplied components, and final leak retest. The contractor bears all costs related to FAT preparation, shipping, and retesting if disapproved. Approved FAT samples may be counted toward contract quantity if undamaged, but unapproved samples are destroyed. For experienced suppliers, a waiver of FAT may be considered if identical units were produced within the last three years at the same facility without deviations or rejections, provided certification is submitted. All production units must undergo 100% drop testing under the same conditions as FAT. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073, and the contract includes multiple mandatory clauses related to Buy American standards, security exclusions, equal opportunity, warranty limitations, and adherence to the latest

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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One Hybrid Duty-Free large SUV

American Embassy Bridgetown

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Philadelphia, solicits the manufacturing of a plastic container shell using vacuum forming, governed by Naval Air Systems Command drawing 3321AS600 Revision LATEST and associated sub-drawings. The item is a multi-application container requiring strict adherence to quality and production standards, including compliance with AWS welding specifications for steel, aluminum, and stainless steel, and adherence to deoxidizing, cleaning, and material control procedures outlined in MIL-C-5541 and ASTM standards. All units must be marked with a Unique Identification (UID) in data matrix format per MIL-STD-130, and each container must include one-third a unit of desiccant per cubic foot of interior volume. Engineering source approval is mandatory for new manufacturers, and only approved shock mounts may be used, with HA KING SHOCK MOUNT (13008) 7900 listed as an authorized alternative. The contract prohibits chromate conversion coatings containing hexavalent chromium due to RoHS compliance, and the waterproof test per ASTM-D-951 has been deleted, replaced by visual inspection of closures and rivets. A First Article Test (FAT) is required for new suppliers, with one unit to be delivered within 120 calendar days for extensive dimensional, functional, and environmental testing including four 18-inch free-fall drops, initial and final leak tests at 1.00 ± 0.05 psig, and form-fit validation. The contractor bears all costs related to FAT shipment, testing, and rework if disapproved, and any additional submissions must meet government-specified deadlines. Approved First Article units may be counted toward contract delivery if undamaged and not destroyed during testing. Production inspections require sampling of at least one unit per lot, subject to drop and waterproof tests witnessed by government representatives, with rework permitted only once per defective unit. The contract mandates compliance with Buy American and small business set-aside provisions, along with security restrictions and mandatory use of Workflow Pro. Performance is set to conclude by August 31, 2026, and all communications, including drawing requests and UID number assignments, must be directed to the buyer at the designated email address. All tooling, fixtures, and test equipment are the contractor’s sole responsibility unless otherwise specified.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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EMERGENCY MEALSThe Regional Contracting Office MCI-WEST is conducting market research through a Request for Information to identify qualified contractors capable of providing emergency meal services to fire departments at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and Marine Corps Air Station Miramar. The requirement centers on the delivery of sack lunches, hot meals, water, electrolyte drinks, bags of ice, and refrigerated transport via 16-foot trucks, with delivery expected within four hours of order placement and a 15-minute response time. The work will be conducted under an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, with one base year and four one-year options, and the North American Industry Classification System code is 311991 with a 500-employee size standard. This is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, and respondents must confirm their eligibility under applicable socioeconomic categories such as 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB status. All submissions must include the company’s DUNS number, CAGE code, a statement of socio-economic certification, confirmation of compliance with the Performance Work Statement, and proof of recent experience delivering similar emergency meals to first responders within the past three years, including contract numbers and values. Responses must be submitted electronically via email to gary.lane@usmc.mil no later than 11:00 AM PST on August 7, 2026, and are strictly for market research purposes—not constituting offers or binding proposals. The Government will not pay for submissions or notify respondents of evaluations. Meal specifications include heavy-duty paper sacks with color differentiation for vegetarian and regular meals, individual packaging of all snacks and condiments in factory-sealed packets, and strict labeling of preparation and consumption times. Packaging must use cardboard boxes holding exactly 10 meals, prohibit Styrofoam, and comply with FDA Title 21 CFR Part 110 for sanitary practices. Meals must be consumed within 24 hours of preparation unless otherwise authorized. Delivery tickets require two signed copies submitted within one business day, and the Government does not cover mileage costs. No formal pricing, contract clauses, evaluation factors, or payment details are included, as this RFI is solely for gathering industry capabilities to inform future procurement actions. Technical oversight and contracting officer roles remain TBD, with Gary Lane serving as the primary point of contact for submissions.

Commanding General

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract, solicitation SPRPA126RVC19, issued by the Department of Defense through the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation office in Philadelphia, pertains to the procurement of shipping and storage containers governed by Container Research Corp drawing number 05259-934E001, with the latest revision. The contract mandates strict compliance with technical specifications including aluminum construction, electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy finish per ASTM B841, and welding standards per AWS D1.1, D1.2, D1.3, and D1.6 depending on material, with specific filler metals required for 6061 and 5000 series aluminum alloys. Each container must bear a Unique Identification (UID) in data matrix format on a nameplate, following MIL-STD-130, and be assigned a serial number in the format contract#_no_dashes-000X. A First Article Test (FAT) is required unless waived for qualified prior suppliers, with strict submission deadlines, test procedures including air pressure leak tests, 18-inch drop tests, and form and fit evaluations, all at the contractor’s expense. The contractor must provide test samples unpainted with light preservative, ensure welding and cleaning processes adhere to precise chemical deoxidizing and mechanical cleaning protocols, and seal crevices with MIL-S-81733 sealant. Each unit must contain one-third cubic foot of desiccant per interior volume, and all welding and process controls must be documented and visible at workstations. The Government will conduct FAT testing with an estimated cost of $20,000, and samples will not be returned unless refurbishment is possible and approved. Only the specified shock mount is approved, and substitutions are prohibited without written authorization. The contract includes Buy American, security, small business set-aside, and quality assurance clauses, and the offer deadline is September 9, 2026. Engineering source approval is mandatory for new manufacturers, and all drawing requests must be directed to the designated buyer.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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20’ x 8’ 6” Type 1 New Oxygen Filling and Cleaning Container

DLA Troop Support

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in about 1 month

Deionization System with Recirculation and Monitoring Skid 2

Ornl Ut-Battelle Llc-Doe Contractor

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IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR NATL WEATHER SVC IN TEXAS

Department Of Commerce Noaa

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Water Treatment of HVAC Mechanical and Compound Potable Water Systems PMSCThe solicitation seeks qualified vendors to provide preventative maintenance services for water treatment systems associated with HVAC mechanical and compound potable water systems at the US Embassy in Podgorica. The contract, identified by solicitation number 19MJ1926Q0005, is issued by the US Department of State through the US Embassy Podgorica and falls under NAICS code 221310. All responses must be submitted electronically by noon local time on Monday, August 17, 2026, to PodgoricaSolicitations@state.gov, and must include the completed SF-1449 form, Section I Pricing, Section 5 Representations and Certifications, additional documentation specified in Section 3, and proof of active SAM registration. Offers must be in English, and financial and technical proposals must be submitted separately. Questions must be submitted in writing and in English no later than noon local time on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, and all updates or clarifications will be posted on SAM.gov, which offerors are responsible for monitoring continuously until the submission deadline. Only vendors registered in the System for Award Management prior to submitting their proposal will be considered.

US Embassy Podgorica

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract, issued under solicitation number SPRPA126RVC07 by the Department of Defense through DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, extends through August 31, 2026, to promote competition for the supply of rotating molded polyethylene containers conforming to Drawing No. 861E001 Revision Latest, as controlled by Container Research Corporation. The item must be manufactured using rotational molding with specific material and finish requirements, including replacement of cadmium plating with electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy per ASTM B841. Each container requires a Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format on a nameplate, following MIL-STD-130, with a serial number formatted as contract#_no_dashes-000X. A mandatory First Article Test (FAT) is required for new suppliers, involving dimensional, functional, fit, and leak tests under Federal Test Method Standard 101C, including a 18-inch drop test and pressure retention evaluation, with failure thresholds strictly defined. The contractor is responsible for all FAT sample submission, testing costs, repair, and disposal, with the government estimating $12,000 in testing expenses to be factored into offers. Existing qualified suppliers may request a waiver of the FAT requirement if they can prove identical prior production within the last three years from the same facility without deviations or rejections. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073, and each container must include one-third unit of desiccant per cubic foot of internal volume. All manufacturing must occur in a single facility, and production cannot initiate before FAT approval, with associated costs borne solely by the contractor. The contract enforces Buy American provisions, security exclusions, integrity of unit pricing, and mandatory compliance with WFP Mod Assist and other federal mandates. Communication regarding drawings, UID numbering, FAT arrangements, and nameplate details must be directed exclusively to the designated buyer point of contact via email.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--NRP,SHIPPING AND STThis contract, identified by solicitation number SPRPA126RVC02 and issued by the Department of Defense’s DLA Aviation at Philadelphia, pertains to the procurement of plastic containers manufactured via rotomolding to drawing number 05259-829E001, revision latest, with strict compliance to military and technical specifications. Each container must be equipped with a Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format as mandated by MIL-STD-130, and affixed with a nameplate containing a contract-specific serial number format. The contract requires adherence to stringent quality controls, including a First Article Test (FAT) with mandatory submission of one unit within 120 calendar days for dimensional, functional, and leak integrity testing, though waivers may be considered for prior approved suppliers who meet specific criteria such as identical production history within the past three years and use of the same facility and processes. All containers undergo 100% production leak testing using pneumatic pressure methods per Federal Test Method Standard 101C, with rejection thresholds for pressure loss and shell deformation, as well as an 18-inch drop test to verify structural integrity. The use of electrodeposited alkaline Zinc-Nickel Alloy finish replaces cadmium plating, and each unit must include one third of a cubic foot of non-dusting desiccant per interior volume. The contractor is solely responsible for procuring all tooling, testing equipment, and shipping costs for FAT samples, none of which will be returned unless approved and refurbished; destroyed samples are irrecoverable. The contract includes mandatory compliance with Buy American provisions, security exclusions, small business set-asides, and prohibitions against unauthorized use of restricted technologies. Payment and invoicing follow Wide Area Workflow instructions, with delivery and shipping coordinated through designated Navy contacts. The solicitation closes on August 31, 2026, and includes a clause allowing contract extension to promote competition. Engineering source approval is required for new manufacturers, and all inquiries regarding drawings, UID numbering, or FAT coordination must be directed exclusively to the designated buyer email provided on the contract’s first page.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract, solicitation SPRPA126RVB92, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation at Philadelphia, seeks suppliers for a specialized shipping and storage container conforming to drawing number 05259, 828E001, latest revision, with an aluminum shell. The item requires strict adherence to military and industry standards including AWS D1.2 for aluminum welding, ASTM B 841 for Zinc-Nickel alloy finish replacing cadmium, and MIL-STD-130 for Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format on a nameplate. The UID serial number must follow the format “contract#_no_dashes-000X” and is to be obtained from the buyer. All containers must include one third of a unit of MIL-D-3464 Type II desiccant per cubic foot of internal volume and sealed at crevices using MIL-S-81733 sealing compound. Welding procedures, material controls, and pre-weld cleaning require rigorous documentation, with deoxidizing limited to ten days prior to welding and mechanical cleaning immediately before welding using approved non-iron abrasives. A First Article Test (FAT) is mandatory unless waived for previous approved suppliers who meet strict criteria, including identical production within the last three years at the same facility without deviations or rejections. The contractor must submit one unit for FAT within 120 calendar days of contract award to a government-specified location, bearing explicit labeling and shipping documentation. The government will perform dimensional, functional, and leak testing, including a free-fall drop test from 18 inches and a 30-minute pressure retention test requiring no more than 0.05 PSIG loss. All FAT costs, including shipping, are borne by the contractor, and samples are typically destroyed during testing. Packaging must follow MIL-STD-2073, and the container must be unpainted with only a light preservative on corrosive areas. The solicitation closes August 24, 2026, and includes mandatory clauses on Buy American, small business set-aside, security prohibitions, workflow compliance, and integrity of unit pricing, with an estimated $10,000 government testing cost factored into bids.

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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81--SHIPPING AND STORAGThis contract governs the supply of specialized shipping and storage containers manufactured to precise engineering specifications under drawing number 05259-808E001, with the latest revision required. The containers, constructed from aluminum, must undergo rigorous manufacturing, inspection, and testing protocols, including strict adherence to welding standards such as AWS D1.2 for aluminum, proper deoxidizing and cleaning procedures, and the use of approved filler materials like 4043 and 5356 alloys. Each unit must be equipped with a Unique Identification (UID) marking in data matrix format as mandated by MIL-STD-130, and a nameplate providing serial numbers formatted per the contract’s convention. Compliance with environmental and surface treatment requirements is critical, including glass bead blasting with specified media, replacement of cadmium plating with zinc-nickel alloy finish per ASTM B841, and sealing of crevices using MIL-S-81733. A one-third unit of MIL-D-3464 Type II desiccant must be installed per cubic foot of interior volume. The contract mandates a First Article Test (FAT) for new manufacturers, requiring submission of one unit to designated government test facilities in Lakehurst and Picatinny, NJ, where it undergoes dimensional verification, a 18-inch free-fall drop test, and a rigorous 30-minute pneumatic leak test with pressure thresholds set at 1.0 ± 0.1 PSIG. Failure to pass results in mandatory re-submission at the contractor’s expense, and all costs associated with shipping, testing, and refurbishment of FAT samples are the contractor’s responsibility. The contractor must also maintain full control over materials, tooling, and work processes, with no government-furnished equipment permitted. Production units are subject to a 100% leak test using a lower pressure threshold of 0.50 ± 0.025 PSIG, where a pressure loss exceeding 25% of the stabilized level or more than three-quarters of an inch of deformation during pressurization will result in rejection. The contract enforces Buy American provisions, security prohibitions, and small business set-asides with active compliance dates through February 2026, and includes provisions for waiver of FAT requirements for qualified prior suppliers who meet strict criteria regarding recent production history and identical manufacturing conditions. The solicitation deadline is August 27, 2026, and all deliveries must comply with

Pa DLA Aviation At Philadelphia

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