CONTINUOUS THREAD STUD - LEVEL 1 MATERIAL

The solicitation SPMYM2-26-Q-5169 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Maritime - Puget Sound Division seeks quotes for the procurement of continuous thread steel studs, specifically 5/8" 11 UNC 2A x 4" long, Type 4, Grade B7, coated per MIL-C-87115 Class 2, Type 2, and conforming to ASTM A193/M1 specifications. The contract requires delivery to Bremerton, Washington, FOB Destination, with deliveries expected by January 5, 2026. This procurement involves strict quality assurance due to the studs’ use in critical shipboard systems, necessitating strict adherence to material and coating standards, comprehensive testing certifications including liquid penetrant testing, and traceability standards to ensure zero defects, as even one defect will result in lot rejection. The contractor must submit documentation demonstrating full compliance with standards such as MIL-DTL-1222, MIL-C-87115, ASTM standards, and quality system certifications like ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208, with a retention period of records extending five years. The procurement follows FAR clauses that emphasize safeguarding sensitive information, standard commercial practices, labor standards, and prohibitions against certain telecommunications and software vendors. Inspection is conducted at origin by government representatives, primarily through DCMA, with final acceptance at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. Packaging and marking must meet ASTM-D-3951, MIL-STD-129 for shipping and barcoding, MIL-STD-130 for unique item identification, and MIL-STD-792 for permanent markings, with fastener markings as required by MIL-DTL-1222. The evaluation of offers will be a trade-off process weighing technical capability, past performance, and price, with a 10% price evaluation preference for HUBZone small businesses. Price proposals must quote FOB Destination Bremerton and include lead times, manufacturer country of origin, CAGE or DUNS numbers, and technical data sheets (original manufacturer's specifications only). Electronic invoicing through WAWF is mandatory, and documentation must be submitted by the closing deadline of December 17, 2025, at 10 AM Pacific Time. The contract emphasizes detailed configuration control, strict adherence to contract quality standards, testing certification, and documentation to ensure product authenticity and reliability in mission-critical applications.