LIFE PRESERVER, VEST

Solicitation SPE8E9-26-T-3815 is a request for quotations issued by DLA Troop Support Construction and Equipment for the procurement of 91 tactical life preserver vests, identified by NSN 4220-01-539-7252 and part number LBT-2564A. This procurement is set aside for Women-Owned Small Businesses and requires certification by the SBA or an approved third-party certifier. The items are designated as critical application items and must be delivered FOB Origin to DLA Distribution San Diego with a required delivery date of January 18, 2027. The contract mandates strict adherence to DLA packaging requirements under RP001 and requires a Certificate of Quality Compliance. Technical specifications prohibit the use of additive manufacturing processes and strictly forbid the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds, except where functionally required. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination per FAR 52.246-1. Offerors must comply with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment, and all payment requests must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.