BEARING, ROLLER, TAPE

This contract involves the procurement of a specific roller bearing identified by NSN 3110-01-565-3755, with a quantity of one unit to be delivered within five days, FOB origin, and inspection and acceptance at destination. The procurement is governed by detailed technical and quality requirements as referenced in the DLA Master List, with compliance to applicable packaging, preservation, and marking standards including MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-DTL-197M. Special packaging requirements mandate adherence to specific preservation methods based on bearing type and size, the use of protective lubricants, and quality assurance verification at the contractor's packaging facility. The solicitation number is SPE4A0-26-T-1843, with response deadline set for March 4, 2026. Key regulatory provisions include restrictions on the sourcing of ball and roller bearings, requiring that such bearings be manufactured in the United States, its outlying areas, or Canada, with more than 50% of the bearing components' cost incurred domestically. Contractors must submit a declaration regarding the domestic or foreign origin of materials, and failure to provide this may result in disqualification of the quote. In cases where no acceptable domestic-sourced bearings are offered, the solicitation may be canceled or held pending a waiver. The contract expressly prohibits intentional use or contact with mercury or mercury-containing compounds, except for specified exceptions. Communication and point of contact for this procurement is through the Department of Defense’s Aviation Supply Chain ESOC BUYS office, with specific contact details provided.