This requirement is competitive but limited to sources already approved by the U.S. Air Force. The part requires engineering source approval by the Design Control Activity to maintain quality. Acquisition must be from approved sources due to their unique design capability, engineering skills, and manufacturing knowledge. An alternate source would need to qualify in accordance with Design Control Activity procedures as approved by the engineering activity.

The government requires a steel shipping and storage container for the Core Module, IAW DD Form 1423 and the referenced part numbers. The best estimated quantity is 5 EA. Delivery is required on or before January 1, 2027, to destination SW3211. The contract period is listed as January 1, 2027. This item was last purchased on September 30, 2025.