81--SHIPPING AND STORAG

This amendment extends the deadline for solicitation SPRPA1-26‑R‑VC05, which calls for the design, manufacture, testing, and delivery of polyethylene rotational‑molded shipping containers for DLA Aviation, Philadelphia. The solicitation specifies detailed technical requirements, mandatory first‑article testing, quality‑assurance procedures, and a delivery schedule. Contractors must provide their own tooling, fixtures, and testing costs, though a $12,000 government testing fee will be added to the offer price. A waiver of first‑article requirements is possible for qualified legacy suppliers. • Contract ID SPRPA1‑26‑R‑VC05; offer receipt extended to 2:00 PM local time on 15 Oct 2026. • Required product: polyethylene container shells (rotational molding) per drawing 838E001, with UID nameplate and specific finish (zinc‑nickel alloy). • First‑article test includes dimensional, fit, function, leak, and 18‑in free‑fall drop tests; government testing cost estimated at $12,000. • First‑article delivery within 120 calendar days of contract award; production quantity to follow thereafter. • Contractor responsible for all tooling, fixtures, special equipment, and any additional testing if first‑article is disapproved. • Optional waiver of first‑article requirements for suppliers with recent identical production runs. • Primary contact: Makayla Hauser, DLA Aviation, email [email protected], phone (445) 737‑3493.