BEARING, ROLLER, ROD END

This contract is for the procurement of 17 roller rod end bearings, part number GB525A5, compliant with strict domestic sourcing requirements. All ball and roller bearings must be manufactured in the United States, its outlying areas, or Canada, with over 50% of the bearing components' cost originating from these locations, in accordance with DFARS regulations. The bearings must meet specified technical and quality standards, including thread gaging for Class 3A and 3B threads as per SAE AS8879 or MIL-S-7742, excluding certain small diameter threads and self-locking nuts. The contract places emphasis on critical safety and quality controls, requiring submission of a contractor’s declaration regarding the domestic or foreign nature of the materials offered. Packaging, preservation, and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-129 and MIL-DTL-197M standards, with specific instructions depending on bearing type and size. Inspection and acceptance of the items will occur at the point of origin, with delivery expected within 161 days. The contract also references detailed requirements for source approval, configuration management, and testing equipment. Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation is involved in the drawing and specification oversight, while Rexnord Industries, LLC is the acceptable source manufacturer. The solicitation is managed by the Department of Defense’s ASC Commodities Division, with inquiries directed to the primary contact provided.