BACKSHELL, ELECTRICA

The contract specifies the procurement of a backshell electrical connector with NSN 5935013496565 and part number M85049/10-122W, governed by the SAE AS85049F revision F dated April 1, 2021, and SAE AS85049/10 revision C dated June 1, 2016, indicating its use in a critical application. This item is listed on the Qualified Products List (QPL) for federal stock class 5935, requiring strict adherence to qualification standards outlined in Procurement Note H01. The use of any Class I ozone-depleting substance in design, manufacturing, testing, or cleaning is prohibited unless written approval from the Contracting Officer is obtained, with exceptions for commercial items as defined in FAR 11.001 or part-numbered-only items. Packaging must comply with DLA Master List requirements, which supersede ASTM D3951 for non-hazardous items, while hazardous items must conform to TQ requirement IP025 per FED-STD-313. All packaging and labeling must follow MIL-STD-129, including barcoding with UCC-128 or Data Matrix, and palletization must meet RP001 standards. The item is to be delivered FOB Origin, with a requirement to deliver 100 units within 118 days after award, and inspection and acceptance occur at the destination. The delivery address is W1A8 DLA DIST SAN JOAQUIN in Tracy, CA, with payment processed through Wide Area WorkFlow. The solicitation number is SPE7M5-26-T-094V, posted on May 8, 2026, with responses due by May 13, 2026. Compliance with cybersecurity requirements including NIST SP 800-171 and safeguarding covered defense information under 252.204-7012 is mandated. Contractors must provide UEI and CAGE codes if representing they will supply covered defense telecommunications equipment or services, and must affirmatively state their small business status, including socioeconomic categories. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to whistleblower rights, information disclosure, government work product control, and prohibition of certain telecommunications equipment, and requires submission of MSDS prior to award