CARABINER

The contract solicits 525 heavy-duty rescue carabiners conforming to ASTM F1956-99, constructed from heat-treated alloy steel with a plated D-shape, locking mechanism, internal dimensions of 1.900 inches by 3.870 inches, a gate opening of 1.190 inches, and a linear capacity of 1.379 inches with a 1.270-inch diameter. Deliveries are FOB origin with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, Warner Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, and must be completed within 70 days of the award, with a need ship date of August 17, 2026, and an original delivery deadline of September 27, 2026. All items must comply with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede referenced standards such as ASTM D3951, and packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-129 for labeling and barcoding. Non-hazardous materials require commercial packaging per ASTM D3951, while hazardous items—as defined by FED-STD-313—must follow TQ Requirement IP025. Palletization is governed by RP001: DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement, and the unit of issue is each, with a fixed quantity of 525 units at a unit price of $525.00, yielding a total contract value of $275,625. The contract includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses covering employment equity, trafficking in persons, sustainable products, cyber safeguarding, subcontracting, inspection, default, and compliance with NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information. Offerors must provide a Unique Entity Identifier, disclose size status and socioeconomic certifications including possible small business, HUBZone, or SDVOSB eligibility, and comply with hazard communication labeling under 252.223-7001. Proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by August 17, 2026, and payment processing is mandatory through WAWF. The contracting officer retains authority to issue changes under FAR 52.243-1 and may apply deviation 2026-00038 to the contract type