31 LRS IPE Stackable Containers and Lid (2026)

The Department of Defense, through the 31st Logistics Readiness Squadron, is soliciting 400 stackable and collapsible bulk containers made of dark grey polypropylene under solicitation FA568226QA032, with a response deadline of 10 June 2026 at 16:00 CET. The containers must meet strict dimensional specifications, including external dimensions of 1200mm x 1000mm x 975mm, internal dimensions of 1120mm x 920mm x 805mm, a stacked height of 945mm, and a folded height of 349mm, with a total weight of 69 kg and a volume of approximately 800 liters. Each container includes a plastic lid weighing 7 kg, features three reinforcement skids, closed walls, and a window for accessibility, with the opening limited to the long side. Dynamic load capacity is rated at 750 to 800 kg, static load at 350 to 400 kg, and single-container load at 400 kg. Stacking configurations allow for two containers on a base unit totaling 750–800 kg or three containers with the base supporting two lighter loads totaling the same capacity. Offerors must submit a detailed technical description in PDF format along with a redacted version for evaluation, a firm delivery lead-time, and express warranties as a separate document. All pricing must be submitted in euros using an exchange rate of 0.9303 to the U.S. dollar under a firm fixed price contract structure. The procurement is non-set-aside, with delivery FOB destination at Aviano Air Base, Italy, and invoicing required via the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment system. Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management at time of submission and provide a PDF copy of their SAM registration, along with signed acknowledgment of compliance with all terms. The solicitation incorporates clauses under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul and R-DFARS deviations, including prohibitions on inverted domestic corporations, child labor certification, trafficking prevention, and mandatory compliance with environmental restrictions on ozone-depleting substances. Evaluation will be based on price reasonableness, technical capability demonstrated through product literature, and favorability of the proposed delivery schedule, with award going to the most advantageous offeror to the government. Questions must be submitted by 21