43--RING,LANTERN

This contract solicitation, identified as SPE7M1-26-T-341P, is issued by the Department of Defense Maritime Supply Chain for the procurement of five lantern rings, identified by NSN 4320-01-493-6040 and Circor Naval Solutions part number 6660B0148C031A. This is designated as a critical application item. The procurement falls under NAICS code 333996 and requires compliance with the Buy American Act and domestic material restrictions, specifically prohibiting the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds except where functionally required by NAVSEA specifications. The delivery terms are set for 168 days after order, with a required delivery date of January 19, 2028, and a need ship date of March 9, 2027. Shipping is FOB Origin, with the destination and inspection point located at DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California. Packaging and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and DLA packaging requirements RP001. Because the item may require specific casting or forging tooling, the government directs sourcing inquiries to the DLA Aviation or Land and Maritime Supply Chain assistance requests.