Specialized Packaging and Marking for Military Shipment

The contract requires specialized packaging, preservation, marking, and palletization of a high-value aerospace component destined for delivery to a naval vessel, adhering strictly to Department of Defense and Defense Logistics Agency standards. All work must comply with federal military-compliant protocols to ensure the component remains protected from environmental degradation, physical damage, and tampering throughout transit and storage. The packaging systems must be engineered for extreme conditions, including saltwater exposure, temperature extremes, and rough handling typical of military logistics. Marking specifications must adhere to standardized military labeling systems to enable accurate tracking, inventory control, and identification at any point in the supply chain. The requirement is issued as a subcontract under NAICS code 561910, with the place of performance designated as FPO 09532, indicating shipment directly to a naval vessel at sea. The solicitation was posted on July 17, 2026, and responses are due by July 22, 2026, leaving a five-day window for full proposal submission. The contract is managed by the Aviation Supply Chain ESOC Buys unit within the Department of Defense, and all activities must align with DLA’s stringent quality and documentation controls. There is no set-aside designation, meaning the opportunity is open to all qualified subcontractors regardless of business size or ownership status.