BRUSH, ARTIST'S

Contract SPE8E7-26-T-3745 is a total small business set-aside solicitation issued by the Department of Defense DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma for the procurement of 14,147 artist brushes, identified by NSN 8020-00-244-0156. These 7/8 by 1/2 inch Fitch brushes are designed for coating various items such as chairs, garden tools, and radiators. The technical specifications require natural hog bristles that are boiled or steamed, a corrosion-resistant metal ferrule with a minimum wall thickness of 0.009 inches, and a handle made of either close-grained hardwood with a transparent finish or a synthetic material. The brushes must feature a cup-chiseled edge and be assembled using brush maker's cement and specific crimping or nailing methods. The contract stipulates a delivery timeframe of 67 days after order, with a required delivery date of January 4, 2027, and a need ship date of August 28, 2026. Delivery is FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, specifically the DLA Distribution Depot Oklahoma at Tinker AFB. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951, MIL-STD-129, and DLA packaging requirements for procurement. The solicitation is managed under NAICS code 424950 and incorporates the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, including specific mandates for the removal of government identification from non-accepted supplies.