BAR, METAL

Solicitation SPE8E9-27-T-0401 is a request for quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Troop Support for the procurement of 1,573 units of corrosion-resistant cold finish annealed round metal bars, measuring 1.50 inches in diameter and 12 feet in length. The procurement is not a small business set-aside, though an evaluation preference is provided for HUBZone concerns. Eligibility for award is strictly limited to suppliers listed on the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD) for FSGs 95 and 96. The delivery lead time is 163 days after award, with a need ship date of April 26, 2027, and delivery is FOB destination to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and marking standards, requiring each unit to be identified with the DLA contract delivery order number, NSN, specification number, manufacturer details, and dimensions. Permissible marking methods are limited to stenciling or stamping, and failure to comply with these requirements will result in product rejection. Quality compliance must be verified through Mill-Material Certifications and adherence to SAE AMS-QQ-S-763D and SAE AMS2806 standards. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and RP001, with specific requirements for metal products under IP083. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for electronic invoicing and compliance with various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding cybersecurity, the Buy American Act, and the prohibition of covered defense telecommunications equipment.