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BICONS - II

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SP8ED26Q0437Federal

Submission Closed04/24/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Department Of Defense → DLA Troop SupportView Agency

NAICS

332439 - Other Metal Container ManufacturingView NAICS

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PhaseClosed

PostedApr 20

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineApr 24

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Submission Closed

04/24/2026, 07:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → DLA Troop Support

Contacts1 person available

OfficePHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

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Department Of Defense → DLA Troop Support

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Office AddressPHILADELPHIA, PA, 19111-5096, USA

Contacts

Avril Dickerson

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

DLA Troop Support is conducting market research for National Stock Number (NSN) 8150-01-586-4979, BICON II.

We are requesting pricing for quantities of 116 units and 284 units, respectively. The required delivery location is Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico.

Please provide responses to the following questions:

1. Will you be quoting as a dealer when this requirement is solicited?

2. If not, who is the manufacturer of the item? If you are quoting as a manufacturer, what is your current manufacturing capacity for BICONS currently to include all current projects at your facility?

3. Will you be offering a domestic product? If not, please provide an explanation.

4. Can you meet a delivery schedule of 60 to 120 days for both quantities?

5. If not, what delivery timeframe do you recommend?

6. Will you be able to ship all the containers in one batch?

7. If not, will they be shipped in phases?

Interested contractors should respond by April 25, 2026, to Avril Dickerson, DLA Troop Support – Directorate of Construction and Equipment, at Avril.Dickerson@dla.mil or 445-737-7976.