Tucson CMOP Shipping Box/Coolers

The Department of Veterans Affairs, through the National CMOP Office, has issued a Sources Sought Notice to conduct market research for the procurement of insulated recyclable small shipping container boxes for the Tucson Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy. These specialized coolers are used to transport temperature-sensitive Veteran prescriptions and must maintain a Mean Kinetic Temperature at or below 45 degrees Fahrenheit for at least 48 hours. The required containers must be 11.5 x 10 x 6 inches, constructed from Kraft board grade 200B DC with weather-resistant adhesive, and feature a specific tear-away zipper and bold black stenciling that reads Refrigerate Upon Arrival. The anticipated requirement involves a total of 143,242 units, with a demanding delivery schedule of 3,456 units delivered daily, Monday through Friday, to the Tucson facility. Logistics requirements specify that boxes must be shipped with flaps folded and bottoms taped, secured on 40x48 pallets with corner boards and stretch wrap, and not stacked inside one another. Interested vendors must provide their SAM Unique Entity ID, business classification, and a capability statement by November 20, 2025. This notice is strictly for market research purposes to identify capable suppliers and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment to award a contract.