COUPLING, CLAMP, GROO

The contract pertains to the procurement of 52 units of a grooved coupling and clamp with NSN 5342-00-316-9240, sourced under solicitation SPE4A7-26-T-635L issued by the Department of Defense through the ASC SUPPLIER OPER AE AND AF DIV. The item is subject to rigorous manufacturing requirements, potentially involving casting or forging processes that may require specialized tooling not held by the government, necessitating a Casting and Forging Assistance Request for sourcing support. Compliance with DLA packaging standards is mandatory, and the item is classified under the NAICS code 332994 for other fabricated metal product manufacturing. Delivery is due in 503 days after contract award, with responses required by August 17, 2026. The item is governed by stringent cybersecurity and export control protocols. The supplier must be certified as a CMMC Level 2 C3PAO and adhere to requirements for handling covered defense information. Technical data associated with this item is subject to ITAR or EAR export controls, prohibiting any transfer to foreign persons or entities without prior authorization from the Department of State or Department of Commerce. Access to such data is restricted to U.S.-based contractors approved by DLA who hold valid JCP certification, have completed mandatory training on handling export-controlled technical data, and have passed DLA’s questionnaire review. All activities must comply with DFARS 252.225-7048, and performance is designated for Robins Air Force Base, Georgia, with Michael Johnson listed as the primary point of contact.