53--NUT,SELF-LOCKING,HE

The contract is a proposed procurement for 823 units of self-locking nuts identified by NSN 5310015531219. The delivery is expected within 146 days after order placement, with shipments going to various Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) depots across both continental U.S. (CONUS) and outside continental U.S. (OCONUS) locations through consolidation points. This solicitation, available exclusively through an electronic request for quote (RFQ), may lead to an Automated Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) lasting one year or until orders total $350,000, with an anticipated minimum order quantity of 82 units and an estimated single order per year. The procurement is set aside entirely for small businesses under the SBA guidelines, specifically aligned with NAICS code 332722, which covers hardware manufacturing. The solicitation, issued by DLA Aviation under the Department of Defense, requires quotes to be submitted electronically by the deadline of June 23, 2026. Digital access to required drawings, military specifications, and standards is provided to all potential suppliers. Questions regarding the solicitation can be directed via email to the designated buyer, and all responsible sources can participate, ensuring an open and competitive procurement process.