CONNECTING LINK, RIG

This solicitation, SPE4A5-26-T-190A, seeks the procurement of 23 Connecting Links, Rigid for AH-64 helicopters with NSN 3040-01-084-2731, to be delivered FOB destination to DLA Distribution Cherry Point, North Carolina within 85 days of award, with a need ship date of July 16, 2025. The item must comply strictly with Drawing NR 99207 4053T11G01 Revision D dated 08/11/2011 and incorporate all technical and quality requirements identified by 'R' or 'I' numbers from the DLA Master List, with technical data accessible via the DLA PCF1x portal. The offeror must possess a valid CAGE code and ensure compliance with SAE AS9100 for manufacturers or AS9120 for dealers/distributors, with inspection and acceptance occurring at origin under FAR 52.246-2. Sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331 Table 1, or an equivalent zero-based plan, with acceptance criteria set at AQL 0.1 for critical, AQL 1.0 for major, and AQL 4.0 for minor defects. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, including specific marking requirements for NSN, contract number, lot number, and both contractor and manufacturer CAGE codes, with hazardous materials labeled per 29 CFR 1910.1200. The item is designated as an Air Force Critical Safety Item, requiring any waiver requests to be submitted to the DSC Contracting Officer. The offeror must comply with domestic sourcing restrictions including the Berry Amendment and Buy American Act, with the Berry threshold reduced to $150,000, and must disclose any non-domestic content in writing or within the quote. The offeror must also certify that it will not provide covered telecommunications equipment or services as defined by DFARS 252.204-7016 or FAR 52.204-24. Small business joint ventures must submit required representations under FAR 52.212-3 and FAR 52.219-1 for