Use/Relationship: The Container Design Retrieval System (CDRS) Data Input will be used
to continually update the Department of Defense (DoD) computerized CDRS data base. This
system is maintained by the Air Force Packaging Technology and Engineering Facility at
Wright-Patterson AFB. Usage of the CDRS data base precludes the design of new
specialized containers when a suitable container exists. This data has resulted in a proven
history of substantial cost avoidance.
a. This Data Item Description (DID) contains the format, content, and intended use
information for the data deliverable resulting from the work task described in the solicitation.
b. This DID supersedes DI-PACK-80684B.
Requirements:
1. Reference documents. None.
2. Format. The CDRS Data Input shall be in the contractor’s format.
3. Content. The CDRS Data Input shall specify the following container design
characteristics:
a. Official container nomenclature.
b. National stock number (NSN).
c. Drawing number, CAGE Code, or design agency.
d. Reference documents, such as, identified technical report number, specification number,
and sources for this information.
e. Tare weight – the weight in pounds of the empty container, including dunnage, in decimal
values of one significant digit.
f. Maximum gross weight – the weight in pounds of the container, dunnage, and heaviest
item shipped in the container in decimal values of one significant digit.
g. Quantity pack – number of items packed in a single container.
h. High temperature (F) – the upper temperature limits to which the container can be
subjected and still function properly as determined by specification requirements, analysis, or
testing.
i. Low temperature (F) – the lower temperature limits to which the container can be
subjected and still function properly as determined by specification requirements, analysis, or
testing.
