CONNECTING ROD, PIST

The contract pertains to the procurement of three connecting rods for piston applications specifically designed for Ingersoll-Rand type 30 air compressors, identified by NSN 4310011751421 and part number 32004145. The item is classified as a critical application component, requiring adherence to stringent technical and quality standards defined in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede all other specifications including ASTM D3951. Manufacturing may involve casting or forging processes, and suppliers must submit a Casting and Forging Assistance Request if special tooling or materials are needed, as the government may not possess the required tooling. The contract strictly prohibits the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds in or on the supplied hardware, with narrow exceptions for batteries, instruments, sensors, and chemical reagents under specified conditions, all compliant with NAVSEA 5100-003D. Delivery is required within 20 days of contract award, with FOB origin terms and zero variance allowed in quantity. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, and packaging must comply with MIL-STD-129 and RP001 DLA Packaging Requirements, ensuring palletization and labeling meet all federal standards. The shipment must be sent via the fastest traceable means, explicitly prohibiting parcel post, to the Naval Amphibious Base in Coronado, California. The specified unit of issue is each, with a total quantity of three units and a unit price of $3.00, resulting in a total contract value of $9.00. The original required delivery date is July 23, 2026, with the solicitation issued under contract number SPE7M1-26-T-236K, managed by the Department of Defense’s Maritime Supply Chain. All correspondence and delivery must reference the designated government point of contact and logistics identifiers, including the TCN, RDD, and project codes provided for tracking and accountability.