BOLT, MACHINE

The contract solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-51K5 seeks 143 machine bolts (hex cap screws), identified by NSN 5306-00-226-9820, for delivery to Tracy, California, with a delivery schedule of 171 days after award. The procurement falls under a simplified acquisition and is governed by FAR and DFARS clauses including 52.213-4 for simplified acquisition terms, 52.216-1 with deviation 2026-00038 allowing flexibility in contract type, and multiple cybersecurity and information safeguarding clauses such as 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020, which require compliance with NIST SP 800-171 for safeguarding covered defense information and reporting cyber incidents. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, referenced by R and I numbers, and packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA RP001, with marking adhering to MIL-STD-129. Bare item marking is required per RQ017, and physical identification is mandated despite the absence of Item Unique Identification. Export-controlled technical data associated with this item is subject to ITAR or EAR, requiring prior authorization for disclosure to foreign persons, and access is restricted to contractors with approved JCP certification, completed training, and DLA authorization. The item must be preserved using mercury-free materials in compliance with IP056, and packaging materials must exclude mercury except for specific functional uses. Delivery is FOB destination with full destination addressing required, and invoicing must use WAWF. The solicitation requires offerors to provide UEI and CAGE codes, represent size status and socioeconomic categories including HUBZone, and comply with representations regarding covered defense telecommunications equipment. Pricing is not provided in the solicitation, and the award basis is implied to be trade-off, considering both price and technical compliance, including cybersecurity posture, with HUBZone preferences potentially impacting price evaluation. The contract includes special requirements for hazardous materials labeling and mandatory cybersecurity assessments reported via SPRS, and all proposals must be submitted via DIBBS by the deadline of May 20, 2026.