COUPLING HALF, QUICK

The contract is for the procurement of 28 units of a Coupling Half, Quick Disconnect, identified by NSN 4730013835211 and manufacturer part number 24393-600 from Hydraulics International, Inc. The item is designated as a critical application item for hydraulic systems and must comply with stringent technical and quality standards outlined in the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, which supersede all other specifications including ASTM D3951. The use of Class I Ozone Depleting Chemicals is strictly prohibited in manufacturing or incorporation, and any substitute chemicals require prior approval unless explicitly authorized by the specification. Packaging, labeling, and palletization must adhere to MIL-STD-129 for marking and barcoding, RP001 for palletization requirements, and ASTM D3951 for general commercial packaging, with the DLA Master List taking precedence. All units must be shipped in single-unit pack quantities (QUP: 001) and labeled with the correct Unit of Issue (EA), with GS1-128 barcodes mandated for automated identification. The delivery is FOB Origin, with a 168-day delivery window from order date, requiring shipment by January 19, 2027, and full acceptance at the destination point at the DLA New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, and all items are subject to government inspection upon arrival. The contract is issued under solicitation SPE7M3-26-T-7642 by the Defense Logistics Agency’s Fluid Handling Division using the DIBBS portal, with proposals due August 3, 2026. The contract incorporates multiple FAR clauses including requirements for combating trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, sustainable products, safeguarding of information systems, cyber incident reporting, prohibition of hexavalent chromium, and restrictions on procurement from Chinese military companies. Payment must be processed exclusively through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system, with all invoices and receiving reports submitted electronically. The contract includes provisions for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors and requires accurate small business representation through SAM.gov, though no specific socioeconomic set-asides are indicated. The quantity is fixed with zero variance allowed, and no option quantities or extended delivery periods are provided. Technical compliance, packaging adherence, and prohibition of regulated substances are central to acceptance, with deviation or noncompliance resulting in rejection. The Contract