Military-Compliant Packaging and Preservation

The contract requires the provision of 303 hydraulic swivel joints packaged and preserved in full compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E, ensuring clean and dry conditions with oil-based rust preventive treatment to protect against corrosion during storage and transit. Labeling must adhere strictly to MIL-STD-129 standards, guaranteeing accurate, standardized identification for military logistics and inventory management. The work is classified as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, meaning only small businesses certified by the SBA are eligible to respond, reinforcing support for small business participation in defense contracting. The NAICS code 561910 identifies the scope as support activities for transportation, reflecting the nature of the packaging and preservation services involved. Performance must occur at the designated location in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, and responses must be submitted by the deadline of August 21, 2026, following solicitation posted on August 10, 2026. The contracting activity originates from the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, indicating this requirement supports critical military hardware readiness and supply chain integrity.