COUPLER, DIGITAL DAT

The contract specifies the procurement of two digital data couplers, identified by part number D-500-L457-3-612-120 and NSN 5895016126597, under solicitation SPE4A7-26-T-601C for delivery to the Marine Aviation Logistics Squadron 26 at MCAS New River, Jacksonville, NC. Delivery is required within 20 days after order placement, with FOB origin terms, and the contract mandates zero variance in quantity. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin, with quality assurance governed by MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 using zero-defect acceptance criteria unless otherwise specified, and critical, major, and minor attributes are assigned verification levels VII, IV, and II with corresponding AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0. Packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E using code U with steel box unit containers and cold/dry preservation method 41, while marking complies with MIL-STD-129 including mandatory 2D Data Matrix barcodes, and palletization adheres to DLA’s RP001 requirements; parcel post is prohibited and shipments must use the fastest traceable means. Cybersecurity requirements include CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and adherence to FAR 52.240-93 and DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information, with additional compliance to provisions prohibiting hexavalent chromium, trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, and acquisition of covered defense telecommunications equipment. The contractor must also follow FAR and DFARS clauses covering changes, inspection, default, subcontracting, accelerated payments to small businesses, electronic invoicing via WAWF, and whistleblower protections. The contract incorporates technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List, and the offeror must provide a valid UEI and CAGE code, along with certifications on small business status, socioeconomic programs, and compliance with export controls and anti-human trafficking statutes. The estimated contract value is $1,590, with a required delivery date of July 24, 2026, and submissions must be made electronically via DIBBS by August 7, 2026.