BOLT, MACHINE

The contract involves the procurement of 18 machine bolts, identified by NSN/Part Number 5306-01-021-3326, to be delivered to the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Distribution at the New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The solicitation, issued by the Department of Defense through the ASC Supplier OEM Division, outlines a delivery timeframe of 171 days with a required ship date by mid-September 2026 and an original delivery due by January 12, 2027. Packaging, marking, and shipping requirements adhere strictly to military standards, including MIL-STD-129 for marking, MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging data, and DLA-specific packaging protocols. Inspection and acceptance are to be conducted at the destination, with a zero-percent variance allowed in quantity, ensuring precise fulfillment of contract specifications. The contract also incorporates various quality and technical requirements, including compliance with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 Self-Assessment and covered defense information protocols. Sampling and inspection methods must follow MIL-STD-1916 or comparable standards, with specific verification levels and acceptable quality limits established. Removal of government identification for non-accepted supplies and item marking exemptions per DFARS guidelines are specified. The contract points to detailed documentation and procedural standards accessible via DLA web resources and establishes communication channels, including a designated point of contact at DLA, for contract administration and coordination.