Military-Grade Packaging and Preservation

The contract requires the provision of packaging for connector assemblies in full compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E standards, incorporating cold and dry storage conditions and applying preservation method 41 to ensure long-term protection against environmental degradation. The packaging must meet the specific E5 container specifications, which dictate the design, materials, and sealing requirements necessary to maintain the integrity of the assemblies during storage and transit. This work is critical for preserving military-grade components under demanding operational conditions. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the SBA Total Small Business Set-Aside category, targeting firms classified as small businesses per FAR 19.5 guidelines. The NAICS code 312230 indicates the work falls within the category of bottled water and other soft drink manufacturing, though the actual scope is specialized packaging for defense electronics. The solicitation was posted on July 22, 2026, with a response deadline of August 6, 2026, and is being managed by the Maritime Supply Chain under the Department of Defense. All work must be performed in accordance with federal defense logistics requirements, and bidders must be prepared to demonstrate full compliance with the referenced military packaging and preservation standards.