BOOT, DUST AND MOIST

The solicitation SPE7MX-26-R-X046 seeks the procurement of dust and moisture boots under NSN 5930-01-523-1780, issued by DLA Land and Maritime, Land Supplier Operations SMSG, with a response deadline of August 24, 2026. The contract is structured as a Fixed Price Indefinite-Delivery Contract (IDIQ) with a base period of three years and two optional one-year extensions, allowing for a total performance period of up to 60 months. The estimated annual demand is 610 units, with contract quantities divided into four pricing ranges: 38–77, 78–230, 231–459, and 460–918 units, each with distinct pricing tiers weighted at 5%, 65%, 25%, and 5% respectively for evaluation purposes. The total contract value ranges from a minimum obligation of $446.52 to a ceiling of $696,600. Delivery is f.o.b. origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, and all items must comply with strict packaging and preservation standards per MIL-STD-2073-1E and marking requirements under MIL-STD-129, including barcoding and special labeling for test samples. Palletization must follow DLA’s RP001 packaging guidelines, and each shipment must include a hard copy of the receiving report. Award will be made through a trade-off process, not lowest price technically acceptable, where price, past performance, proposed delivery, and small business participation are evaluated as approximately equal in importance. Price is assessed using a weighted average methodology across the four volume ranges. Past performance is scored via the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS), with ratings based on delivery and quality metrics. Small business participation is rated adjectivally as acceptable or unacceptable based on demonstrated commitment. Offerors must comply with extensive representations and certifications, including CMMC Level 1–3 cybersecurity requirements, prohibitions on sourcing from sanctioned entities in Xinjiang or Russia, and U.S.-flag vessel requirements for ocean transport. Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE code validation are mandatory, and contractors must maintain accurate socioeconomic status in SAM throughout performance. The solicitation mandates adherence to all applicable FAR and DFARS clauses, including special requirements for cybersecurity, supply chain transparency, and small business