Circuit Card Assembly

This solicitation issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land Warren under solicitation number SPRDL1-26-Q-0014 seeks firm fixed price offers from small business concerns exclusively for the production of 37 Circuit Card Assemblies (NSN 5998-01-664-9529, P/N 12587910), with an option for an additional 37 units that may be exercised within 365 days of award or factory acceptance testing. The contract includes a First Article Test (FAT) requirement, although a waiver may be granted, affecting delivery schedules and pricing evaluation. Delivery is FOB destination to multiple DLA locations, including Warren, Michigan, and Texarkana, Texas, with scheduled delivery timelines tied to contract award or waiver status. The procurement is designated as a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 334418 and requires offerors to be registered in the Small Business Administration's system, adhering to stringent quality and security provisions. Submission instructions specify electronic proposals due by January 16, 2026, with pricing submitted in Excel format. The solicitation allows for using a reverse auction pricing technique, where participation necessitates registration and online training. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1 and MIL-STD-129 Rev. R, including special military preservation and barcoding standards, with strict controls over wood packaging materials per ISPM 15 and hazardous materials regulations. Inspection and acceptance occur at the contractor’s facility (origin), with government representatives responsible for oversight according to MIL-STD-1916 sampling plans. The contract incorporates key FAR clauses related to prompt payment, trafficking in persons, commercial item representation, Buy American compliance, and prohibitions on certain telecommunications equipment. Award will be based on the lowest priced technically acceptable offer or best value, with evaluation factors including price, delivery, contractor responsibility, and acceptance of alternative components. Special contract requirements emphasize supply chain traceability for ten years, flow-down obligations to subcontractors, prohibitions on foreign ownership or controlled influences, and adherence to National Industrial Security Program standards. Invoicing is performed exclusively through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. Overall, this solicitation mandates strict compliance with military and federal acquisition standards for quality, security, and delivery while supporting small business participation and leveraging competitive pricing techniques.