BOLT, SHEAR

The contract involves the procurement of 217 units of a bolt shear (NSN 5306-01-178-0784) by the Department of Defense through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Delivery is required within 121 days after award, with the place of performance specified as Hill Air Force Base. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 332722 and incorporates a range of technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List, including strict packaging, marking, inspection, and acceptance criteria. Sampling methods must comply with military standards MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, focusing on critical, major, and minor attributes with defined acceptance quality limits. The contract mandates compliance with cybersecurity protocols, specifically CMMC Level 2 certifications for third-party assessments and self-assessments, ensuring secure handling of technical data. Export-controlled technical data under ITAR and EAR regulations are involved, requiring contractors to have approved certifications under the US/Canada Joint Certification Program and completion of requisite DLA training and questionnaires to access this sensitive information. Configuration management and change control are also emphasized, with provisions for engineering change proposals and variance requests. The contracting point of contact is Jade Stringfield from the Aviation Supply Chain office.