31--BEARING,BALL,ANNULAR

This solicitation calls for 160 ball annular bearings identified by NSN 3110-00-347-8423 and part number 571-9411-52, with a firm fixed price and no variance allowed in quantity. The item is classified as a commercial item with a non-extendable 18-month shelf life under Type I Code K requirements, and it is designated as a critical application item. Packaging and preservation must strictly follow MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-DTL-197M, and DLA packaging requirements, including specific preservation methods based on bearing type and closure, protective lubricants, and marking in accordance with MIL-STD-129 and special code 32 for shelf life. All items must be palletized as per DLA specifications and delivered to the destination location within 394 days after order date, with inspection and acceptance occurring at destination under FOB origin terms. The contract enforces stringent domestic sourcing requirements under DFARS 252.225-7016, mandating that the bearing be manufactured in the United States, its outlying areas, or Canada, and that more than 50% of the total cost of all bearing components—rolling elements, retainer, inner race, and outer race—must originate from these locations. Contractors must submit a completed Declaration on the Domestic/Foreign Nature of Material, obtainable from the DLA Foreign Bearing Waiver website, or risk disqualification. Failure to meet this requirement may lead to cancellation or suspension of the solicitation pending potential waiver approval. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, referenced by R and I numbers such as RQ017 for physical identification, RQ001 for tailored quality standards, and RT001 for test equipment. Drawing 571-9411 Rev. Latest applies, with minor exceptions allowing NYE 179M lubricant in place of Mobil RL-743A and 301 stainless steel shield material in lieu of 302/304. The request is issued under solicitation SPE4A6-26-Q-1155 with a response deadline of July 29, 2026.