81--SHIPPING AND STORAG

The contract pertains to the procurement of a specific part identified by NSN 6K-8145-016275563-H5, with a quantity of one unit to be delivered FOB origin. This part requires stringent engineering source approval by the designated design control activity to ensure its quality is maintained. The contract emphasizes the necessity of acquiring or repairing the part exclusively from approved sources due to their unique design capabilities, specialized engineering skills, and proprietary manufacturing or repair knowledge critical for maintaining part integrity. These approved sources hold data rights and technical information not economically accessible to the Government, making qualification of any alternate sources subject to rigorous approval procedures overseen by the relevant Government engineering authority responsible for the part’s application. The solicitation, titled "81--SHIPPING AND STORAG," was issued by the Department of Defense, specifically the Pa DLA Aviation office located in Philadelphia, PA. It was posted on June 4, 2026, with a response deadline of July 20, 2026. While no set-aside or NAICS code information is provided, the contract is classified as a presolicitation type and managed through an Office within the agency. The point of contact for this procurement is Alana M. Berkheiser, reachable via phone and email for further inquiries. The contract process highlights a strong focus on quality assurance through controlled sourcing and engineering oversight, reflecting the critical nature of the part within its intended operational context.