Engine Shipping Container for the General Electric F-404-103 Engine

1.0 DISCLAIMER This Sources Sought Synopsis/Request for Information (RFI) is issued solely for information and planning purposes�it does not constitute a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a promise to issue an RFP in the future. This RFI does not commit the Government to contract for any supply or service whatsoever. Further, the Government is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this RFI; all costs associated with responding to this RFI will be solely at the interested party's expense. Not responding to this RFI does not preclude participation in any future RFP, if any is issued. 2.0 INTRODUCTION & BACKGROUND The T-7 Systems Program Office (SPO) is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of manufacturing and providing peculiar packaging, specifically an engine shipping container (part number 21C11300G03), for the General Electric F-404-103 engine. The F-404-103 engine requires specialized, peculiar packaging to ensure its safe handling, transportation, and long-term storage without degradation or damage to the asset. The purpose of this notice is to gauge industry capabilities and identify qualified contractors, including small businesses, capable of meeting the requirements outlined below. 3.0 REQUIREMENT OVERVIEW The Government requires a highly durable, specialized shipping and storage container designed exclusively for the GE F-404-103 engine. The container must meet the following general characteristics and capabilities: Protection: Provide environmental and shock/vibration protection for the F-404-103 engine during intermodal transportation (air, land, and sea) and long-term storage. Compliance: Meet all applicable Military Standards (MIL-STD) for peculiar packaging, preservation, and shipping containers (MIL-STD-2073-1, MIL-STD-648). Design Characteristics: Provide secure...