81--SHIPPING AND STORAG

The contract involves the procurement of 41 units of a specialized part identified by NSN 6K-8145-014840911-GF, with strict adherence to the technical data package version 015. Delivery terms are FOB origin, meaning the buyer assumes responsibility once the items leave the supplier's location. This part requires engineering source approval by the designated design control activity to ensure quality maintenance. Only approved sources possessing unique design capabilities, engineering expertise, and manufacturing or repair knowledge are authorized to supply or service the part, as these sources retain essential technical data not economically accessible to the government. Any alternative source must undergo qualification processes vetted and approved by the relevant government engineering authority overseeing the part’s intended use. The solicitation, titled "81--SHIPPING AND STORAG," was posted by the Department of Defense’s Pa DLA Aviation office in Philadelphia with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. The contract is currently in the presolicitation phase and does not specify any set-aside classifications or NAICS codes. The contracting office is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and the primary point of contact for the opportunity is Casey Stock, accessible via phone or email. The procurement emphasizes compliance with rigorous quality standards and source qualifications for the engineering-critical component within the defense supply chain.