BOLT, MACHINE

The solicitation SPE4A7-26-T-591Y seeks machine bolts, NSN 5306-00-208-3639, with a total quantity of 63 units for delivery within 301 days, under a purchase request numbered 7017585392. Offerors must not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as defined by FAR 52.204-24 and DFARS 252.204-7016, ensuring full compliance with U.S. government restrictions on foreign-sourced communication gear. Domestic material restrictions under the Berry Amendment, Buy American Act, and related clauses apply, with the Berry Amendment threshold lowered to $150,000; any non-domestic content must be fully disclosed in writing to the point of contact. Small business joint ventures must submit required certifications for small business, service-disabled veteran-owned, women-owned, economically disadvantaged women-owned, or HUBZone status. Quantity ranges are strongly encouraged due to fluctuating demand to avoid administrative delays, though this does not apply to Auto IDC. Vendors are prohibited from offering items manufactured using additive manufacturing unless specifically approved in advance. Fast Pay is not applicable to this solicitation. Contractors must register through DLA’s new Account Management & Provisioning System (AMPS) within two months to gain access to the Vendor Shipment Module (VSM) for shipping to DLA; without AMPS approval, shipments will be blocked. VSM WebService users must update their internal schema per DIBBS notices issued by April 23, 2025, while online VSM users do not require changes. Those unable to respond by the closing date must submit a “No Bid” quote on DIBBS with an anticipated quote date or reason to prevent requirement cancellation and reduce buyer follow-up. Offerors are advised to consult APEX Accelerators for free government contracting support. The contracting officer is Naron Sanderlin, reachable via email and phone listed in the solicitation. All responses must be submitted via DIBBS before the deadline of July 30, 2026.