81--SHIPPING AND STORAG

The contract involves the procurement of five units of a specific part identified by NSN 6K-8145-005226907-YX, with delivery terms FOB origin. This part requires strict engineering source approval from the design control activity to ensure quality is maintained. Only qualified sources possessing unique design capabilities and proprietary manufacturing or repair knowledge are authorized to supply or service the part. These approved sources hold essential data rights and technical information not economically accessible to the government, which is critical for preserving the part's quality and performance. Any alternate supplier must undergo a qualification process that meets the design control activity’s standards and is approved by the relevant government engineering authority overseeing the specific part application. The contract is posted by the Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency Aviation office based in Philadelphia, PA. It is listed as a presolicitation with a response deadline set for late July 2026. The solicitation pertains to shipping and storage services, although specific set-aside or NAICS code information is not provided. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Jillian M. O’Connor, available via phone and email at the DLA Aviation office. The contract emphasizes tightly controlled sourcing and technical compliance to maintain high standards for the specialized part being acquired.