ADAPTER, STRAIGHT, PI

This contract covers the procurement of 11 units of a straight adapter designed to connect pipe to tube, identified by NSN 4730-00-042-6415 and part number MS51816-3P. It mandates compliance with several technical and quality requirements detailed in the DLA Master List and specific military specifications MS51816G and MIL-DTL-18866K, emphasizing critical application standards. The manufacturing process involves forging, requiring appropriate tooling, and is subject to full and open competition. The contract strictly prohibits the use of mercury or mercury-containing compounds, as well as Class I ozone-depleting chemicals, unless explicitly authorized due to specific exemptions. Packaging, marking, and palletization must adhere to DLA and military standards, including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for marking. The delivery terms specify 164 days for completion with shipment FOB origin and inspection and acceptance at destination, specifically to the DLA Distribution Center in Tracy, California. No quantity variance is allowed, and sampling for quality assurance follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 guidelines. The contract includes provisions for configuration and change management, removal of government identification on non-accepted supplies, and requires that substitute chemicals receive approval unless already authorized by existing specifications. The solicitation was posted with a response deadline in late April 2026 and is managed by the Department of Defense’s Fluid Handling Division, with a primary point of contact provided for sourcing and technical inquiries.