PLASTIC MATERIAL, CELLULAR, CLASS 2, 8" and 12 for the C-130 Aircraft

Defense Supply Center Philadelphia is preparing to procure plastic cellular material, specifically Class 2 items in 8-inch and 12-inch sizes, designated for use with the C-130 Aircraft. These items, identified by NSNs 9330-01-397-1722 and 9330-01-397-1724, are qualified products compliant with MIL-PRF-87260B specifications, and require special packaging. The acquisition will be through an indefinite delivery purchase order under FAR 13.5 procedures, with a one-year contract duration and minimum order quantities of 130 units for the 8-inch and 88 units for the 12-inch material. The total contract value will not exceed $5,500,000, with all deliveries directed to Warner Robins Air Force Base in Georgia. Pricing is FOB Destination, and source inspection, along with a production lead time of 60 days, is mandated. Partial deliveries and early shipments are permitted, and the procurement is unrestricted, allowing proposals from all responsible sources once the solicitation is posted. The solicitation, expected to issue on September 30, 2010, will be available on the DLA DIBBS website. It is important to note that this announcement does not constitute a request for proposal, quote, or bid, nor does it obligate the government to make a purchase. Points of contact for this procurement include Dante Aleman and Howard T. Page III, who are available to provide further information. The procurement falls under NAICS code 326150, relating to plastics materials manufacturing, and all relevant information may be updated at the time of solicitation issuance.