CONNECTOR, RECEPTACL

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Empire Avionics Corp. (CAGE 1BRS6) a firm fixed-price contract valued at $4,725.00 for the delivery of seven connectors with removable contacts, identified by NSN 5935016266785. The award, issued under solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-109G and contract number SPE7M326V3615, was made on July 21, 2026, with delivery required by September 4, 2026, under FOB origin terms. The contract specifies performance at the DLA Distribution New Cumberland Facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, and mandates strict adherence to military packaging and marking standards, including MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging, MIL-STD-129 for labeling and 2D Data Matrix barcoding, and MIL-DTL-55330 for preservation of connectors. Unit containers must enclose removable contacts in noncorrosive rigid containers, with specific packaging codes U, 41, 1, 00, 00, and NA applied. Hazardous materials must be labeled in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.1200 and require prior submission of Safety Data Sheets and label copies. All shipments must be delivered using U.S.-flag vessels unless waived, and invoicing must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow system with receiving reports or combined invoice-receiving documents. The contract includes a comprehensive suite of federal and defense-specific clauses governing compliance, cybersecurity, labor, and supply chain integrity. These include mandatory provisions on combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, sustainable products, safeguarding covered defense information, and cyber incident reporting per NIST SP 800-171 and DFARS 252.204-7012. Additional requirements pertain to the prohibition of hexavalent chromium, restricted sourcing from Communist Chinese military companies, limitations on mandatory arbitration agreements, and whistleblower rights notification. The contractor must comply with 252.240-7997 for NIST SP 800-171 DOD assessment requirements under a deviation, and must ensure all subcontracting activities align with clauses governing commercial products and services. Payment is managed by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service through Columbus, Ohio, with the contracting officer designated as Timothy Jones and