53--BOLT ASSEMBLY,CLAMP

The contract pertains to the procurement of a BOLT ASSEMBLY, CLAMP with NSN 5340016880350 under solicitation SPE7LX-26-U-8963, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency’s Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate. The requirement is for an estimated quantity of 12 units delivered FOB origin within 66 days of order placement, with a guaranteed minimum of one unit and a total potential contract value ceiling of $350,000. This is structured as an indefinite-delivery contract, meaning individual delivery orders will be issued against the base award, with no fixed start or end date. The item is designated as a critical application item, and the contractor must comply with stringent packaging standards per MIL-STD-2073-1E and marking requirements per MIL-STD-129, including barcoding for automated tracking. Preservation must follow method 31 (clng/dry), with no preservation or wrap materials specified, and palletization must adhere to DLA’s RP001 packaging guidelines. No special marking is required, and government identification must be removed from non-accepted supplies. The use of any Class I ozone-depleting chemicals is strictly prohibited, and alternative chemicals require prior approval unless explicitly authorized by specification. Compliance with federal and defense regulations is mandatory, including adherence to FAR and DFARS clauses covering inspection at destination, sustainable product use, hazardous material identification, cybersecurity safeguards, trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, and prohibitions on hexavalent chromium and covered defense telecommunications equipment. The contract incorporates clauses related to small business representation, equal opportunity, and whistleblower rights, and requires offerors to provide a Unique Entity ID and certify size status and socioeconomic classifications. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System by the August 7, 2026 deadline, using Standard Form 18. The award is likely to be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis through automated processes, with payment handled through Wide Area WorkFlow. Inspection and acceptance are conducted at the destination by the government, and invoicing must be processed via WAWF. All technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, with the revision in effect on the solicitation issue date controlling. No contract modifications, options, or escalation clauses are specified, and pricing details are not provided in the solicitation, leaving unit pricing to be determined upon award.