CORD, FIBROUS

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded a delivery order under the basic contract SPE8EE26D0300 to EAST TEXAS LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND, identified by CAGE code 5U446, for the procurement of five units of fibrous cord (NSN 4020002460688) at a total price of $436.90. The award, issued on July 21, 2026, is designated as a small business set-aside and the contractor holds certifications as a Small Disadvantaged Business and Women-Owned Small Business. Delivery is required by July 27, 2026, to the JBMHH Storage Site at Fort Myer, Virginia, under FOB Destination terms, meaning the contractor bears all transportation costs and risks until arrival at the destination. The item is to be shipped via traceable means with parcel post prohibited, and all packaging must be marked with specified identification numbers from Blocks 1 and 2 of the form, with shipment tracking identifiers included for accountability. Invoicing is required through Electronic Data Interchange, and payment is processed by the Defense Finance and Accounting Service at P.O. Box 182317, Columbus, Ohio. The order is classified as a rated order under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System, imposing priority performance and reporting obligations. Inspection and acceptance occur at the delivery point by a government representative, and while no specific military standards or technical specifications are cited, compliance with the DoD Unit of Issue guidelines is required. The contracting officer is Nate Prattico, with Colleen Ippolli serving as the administrative contact. No additional clauses, attachments, or special requirements beyond those specified are detailed in the documentation.