Supply of Cushioning Material (NSN 8145-01-728-6188)

The contract requires the manufacture and delivery of 20 units of cushioning material designated by NSN 8145-01-728-6188, with strict adherence to DLA technical specifications, ASTM D3951 for packaging standards, and MIL-STD-129 for labeling requirements. All materials must meet established military performance and safety benchmarks to ensure compatibility with defense logistics and handling protocols. The delivery is to be completed at the designated place of performance in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, with a zip code of 17070-5002, and the product must be fully compliant with all labeling and packaging criteria to facilitate proper identification and distribution within Department of Defense supply channels. This is a subcontract classified under a Total Small Business Set-Aside under FAR 19.5, meaning only small businesses certified by the Small Business Administration are eligible to bid. The NAICS code 326199 identifies the industry as Other Plastics Product Manufacturing, indicating the material is likely a custom-engineered polymer-based solution. The solicitation was posted on July 30, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026, leaving a brief window for qualified small businesses to submit proposals. The contracting activity is managed by the Construction & Equipment Containers under the Department of Defense, and all submissions must be made through the designated DIBBS portal link provided. While no point of contact is listed, vendors are expected to rely on the official solicitation platform for clarifications and documentation.