Supply of Packaging Materials (Dunnage, Cushioning, Containers)

The contract solicits commercial-grade dunnage, cushioning, and protective packaging materials specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of military shipments, ensuring the safe transport of sensitive and critical equipment. All materials must comply with military standards for durability, shock absorption, and environmental resilience, with an emphasis on quality and consistency across large-scale deliveries. The requirement is structured as a subcontract under a Total Small Business Set-Aside, exclusively available to small businesses as defined by the SBA, and falls under NAICS code 326199 for other plastic product manufacturing. Responses must be submitted by August 17, 2026, with the performance location specified as New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, ZIP code 17070-5002. The contracting activity originates from the DDSP New Cumberland Facility under the Department of Defense, and interested parties must access the official solicitation through the DIBBS portal at the provided link. All proposals must demonstrate proven capability in supplying packaging solutions to government or defense sectors, with detailed documentation of material specifications, testing protocols, and quality assurance processes. The contractor is expected to maintain consistent inventory and on-time delivery performance to support operational readiness, and failure to meet these criteria may result in contract termination or penalties. This solicitation does not permit large business participation due to its small business set-aside status, and all bidders must be certified small businesses in good standing with the SBA. While no point of contact is listed in the data, inquiries should be directed through the DIBBS platform using the referenced solicitation number SPE8E726T3500.