TRI WALL BOXES
DEPT OF DEFENSE.DEPT OF THE NAVY.NAVSUP.NAVSUP GLOBAL LOGISTICS SUPPORT.NAVSUP FLC NORFOLK.NAVSUP FLT LOG CTR NORFOLK · Response deadline: Mon, 26 Oct 2026
What the government is buying
The Department of the Navy, through NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, is soliciting offers for corrugated shipping containers—specifically tri-wall boxes. This falls under NAICS 322211, Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing. Tri-wall boxes are heavy-duty, triple-layer corrugated containers used for transporting and storing items that require extra protection against impact, moisture, and stacking pressure. The Navy typically uses these for moving parts, equipment, or supplies through demanding military logistics networks.
Because this is a total small business set-aside, only small business concerns under the applicable size standard can compete. See the solicitation for exact quantities, specifications, and any required certifications.
Key facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | Department of the Navy, NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk |
| Notice type | Solicitation |
| Solicitation number | N0018926QL3760001 |
| NAICS | 322211 (Corrugated and Solid Fiber Box Manufacturing) |
| Set-aside | Small Business Set Aside - Total |
| Response deadline | October 26, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT |
| Place of performance | Norfolk, VA |
Who can bid
This opportunity is restricted to small business concerns that meet the size standard for NAICS 322211. Under SBA regulations, the size standard for corrugated box manufacturing is typically 1,000 employees—confirm the current threshold at SBA.gov/size-standards. Your business must be registered in SAM.gov, have an active registration through the award period, and appear as "small" in your SAM profile for this NAICS code.
If you qualify as a small business and manufacture corrugated shipping containers—or can partner with a manufacturer under a compliant subcontracting arrangement—see the solicitation for any additional eligibility requirements such as past performance, facility certifications, or quality standards.
How to put together a competitive bid
For corrugated box contracts, competitiveness depends on precision and logistics:
Request the full specifications. Tri-wall construction varies by flute size, board combinations, and burst or edge crush strength. MIL-SPEC or ASTM requirements may apply. See the solicitation for exact technical requirements.
Confirm production capacity. Naval supply contracts often demand reliable throughput. Evaluate whether your equipment can handle the specified dimensions, print requirements, and volume timeline without disrupting existing commitments.
Price strategically. Corrugated pricing fluctuates with linerboard and medium costs. Secure supplier quotes with validity through the award period, and calculate freight to Norfolk, VA carefully—transporting bulky items significantly impacts total evaluated price.
Demonstrate quality systems. Government buyers value ISO 9001 certification, ongoing lot testing, and documented traceability. Highlight these in your technical response even if not explicitly required.
Address packaging and labeling. Military shipments have strict marking rules (MIL-STD-129, RFID where applicable). Show familiarity with these standards in your proposal.
Check WOSB or other socioeconomic status. While this is a general small business set-aside, if you hold HUBZone, 8(a), WOSB, or SDVOSB certification, ensure your SAM profile reflects this accurately for possible evaluation preference or subcontracting credit.
Next steps
Read the full solicitation on SAM.gov using solicitation number N0018926QL3760001. There you will find the complete statement of work, deliverables schedule, evaluation criteria, and clause provisions. Note the firm deadline of October 26, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time—late submissions are not accepted. Submit your offer through the specified SAM.gov or NAVSUP procurement portal per the solicitation instructions.
View the official notice on SAM.gov →