CONNECTOR, PLUG, ELEC

The contract solicitation SPE7M5-26-U-0049 is for the procurement of an electrical plug connector under a Simplified Indefinite-Delivery Contract (SIDC), issued by the Department of Defense’s Active Devices Division through the Defense Logistics Agency. The item, identified by NSN 5935-01-527-3741 and part numbers 48689 and SD48689 from Times Microwave Systems, Inc., carries a guaranteed minimum order of nine units and a maximum contract value of $350,000, with an estimated annual quantity of 61 units. Delivery is required within 84 days after receipt of order, with FOB origin terms, meaning title and risk transfer to the government upon shipment from the contractor’s location. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination point, governed by FAR 52.246-2, and all items must be packaged in accordance with DLA Master List requirements that supersede commercial standards such as ASTM D3951. Hazardous materials must comply with TQ Requirement IP025, while non-hazardous items must conform to ASTM D3951 and be labeled and marked as per MIL-STD-129, including palletization per RP001. Bare item marking must follow RQ017, and physical identification is mandatory. The contract imposes strict compliance with environmental, cybersecurity, and supply chain regulations. Use of Class I ozone-depleting substances is prohibited unless the Contracting Officer grants written approval, and this restriction overrides any conflicting specification language. Contractors are bound by multiple DFARS and FAR clauses, including 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information and reporting cyber incidents, 252.204-7018 prohibiting acquisition of certain covered telecommunications equipment, and 52.240-93 mandating basic information system safeguards. Compliance with the Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) is required for hazardous material labeling, and hazardous material shipments must adhere to FED-STD-313. Offerors must submit valid UEI and CAGE codes, represent their small business status, and disclose any involvement of former DoD officials in accordance with DFARS clauses. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DLA eProcurement portal and DIBBS by the deadline of August