59--CONNECTOR,PLUG,ELECTRICAL

This contract is for the procurement of a plug electrical connector identified by NSN 5935012360525 under an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) with solicitation number SPE7M1-26-U-4591. The estimated quantity is 329 units, though this is non-binding and may not be fully purchased; a guaranteed minimum of 49 units annually applies. Delivery is required within 92 days of receipt of order, with FOB Origin terms, and inspection and acceptance occur at the destination. The item must conform to MIL-DTL-28840/16D and MIL-DTL-28840 Revision E specifications and is classified as a Qualified Products List (QPL) item, meaning only suppliers on the approved list for Federal Stock Class 5935 may deliver. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E using preservation Method 31 (Cling/Dry), with unit packaging code U and marking per MIL-STD-129, with no special markings required. Sampling for quality assurance follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ SPE7M1-26-U-4591, using zero non-conformances unless otherwise stated, with critical, major, and minor attributes assigned AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0 respectively. The contract prohibits the intentional use of mercury or mercury-containing compounds except in specific functional applications such as batteries, fluorescent lights, sensors, weapon systems, or NAVSEA-specified reagents, and mandates secondary containment for portable mercury devices. Use of Class I ozone-depleting substances is strictly prohibited in manufacturing or processing unless prior written approval is obtained from the Contracting Officer. Compliance with DFARS clauses is required, including prohibitions on hexavalent chromium and storage or disposal of toxic materials, and adherence to NIST SP 800-171 standards for safeguarding contractor information systems. Contractors must use the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing, and payment is routed through the Department of Defense Activity Address Code system. Representations and certifications regarding small business status, Unique Entity Identifier, and compliance with export controls, trafficking in persons, and equal opportunity are mandatory, and all clauses referenced are subject to deviation. The solicitation does not specify evaluation factor weights but implies a trade-off process, and offers must be submitted through the DLA