CORD, FIBROUS

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded a firm-fixed-price delivery order, SPE8EE26F2515, to EAST TEXAS LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND, identified by CAGE code 5U446, for the supply of 2 units of CORD, FIBROUS (NSN 4020002402154) at a total contract value of $112.04. The order was awarded on July 15, 2026, and requires delivery by July 20, 2026, to the military destination USS KEARSARGE LHD 3, FPO AE 09534, under FOB destination terms, meaning the contractor assumes all transportation costs and risks until delivery is completed. The awardee is certified as a Small Disadvantaged Business and Women-Owned Small Business, and the contract is designated as a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System (15 CFR 700), requiring priority performance and compliance with allocation controls. All packages must be marked with DEF FIN AND ACCOUNTING SVC BSM and USAA identifiers for traceability, and parcel post is prohibited; however, no detailed packaging, preservation, or barcoding standards are specified. Payment is processed through DFAS using code SL4701 with net 30 terms, and invoicing is conducted via electronic data interchange. The contract administration point of contact is Colleen Ippolli, Local Admin for DLA Troop Support. The delivery order falls under the basic contracting vehicle SPE8EE26D0300, with no option quantities, variance allowed, or additional line items. The award was made under a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable rationale, consistent with the minimal value and simplified nature of the transaction, though formal evaluation factors are not documented. No specific FAR clauses, attachments, or special requirements beyond the DPAS rating and marking instructions are provided in the available data.