ADAPTER, CONNECTOR

The contract SPE7M526V6189, awarded to HEARTLAND PATRIOT SUPPLY LLC (CAGE 07A78) by the Defense Logistics Agency under solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-318B, is for the procurement of five units of an ADAPTER, CONNECTOR (NSN 5935015046690) at a unit price of $5.000, resulting in a total contract value of $25.00. The award is scheduled for July 16, 2026, with delivery required 168 days after the order date under FOB ORIGIN terms, meaning the contractor assumes all transportation costs and risks until the item is delivered to the carrier at the origin point. Final inspection and acceptance by the Government occur at the destination, adhering to FAR 52.246-2 and all applicable DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, ASTM D3951 for non-hazardous materials, and FED-STD-313 with TQ IP025 for hazardous materials, including proper hazardous material labeling per OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and updated Safety Data Sheets (SDS) submitted prior to award. The contract requires strict adherence to the use of U.S.-flag vessels for ocean transportation, with prior notification to the Contracting Officer and MARAD, and prohibits the use of Class I Ozone-Depleting Substances. All subcontracting obligations must flow down critical clauses related to hazardous materials, radioactive material notifications, ocean transportation, and small business representations. The contractor must comply with employment verification, combating human trafficking, sustainable products, and equal opportunity requirements, as well as NIST SP 800-171 DOD assessment mandates and levy provisions. Invoicing must be conducted exclusively through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF), and the contractor is required to maintain and update their UEI and CAGE codes as applicable. The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses with alternates and deviations, such as Alternate I of Clause 52.219-28 for multiple NAICS codes and Deviation 2026-O0025 for cyber requirements. Although the contract value is minimal, the compliance obligations are extensive, reflecting the federal government’s stringent standards for even low-dollar