COVER, ACCESS

Solicitation SPE7L1-27-T-0971 is a request for quotations from the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support Land Supply Chain for the procurement of 157 units of access covers, identified by NSN 5340-01-102-7182. The items must be manufactured according to TDP Rev B Gen 3 and specific reference drawings. Delivery is required within 164 days after receipt of order, with a need ship date of April 6, 2027, and a final delivery destination of New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The procurement is conducted under full and open competition, with quotes submitted via the DIBBS portal by October 23, 2026. The contract imposes strict technical and regulatory requirements, including the prohibition of Class I ozone-depleting chemicals and compliance with DLA packaging and marking standards such as MIL-STD-129 and MIL-STD-130N. Due to the nature of the technical data, the contract is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, requiring contractors to have approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification. Additionally, the award incorporates cybersecurity mandates, including CMMC Level 2 and DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination, utilizing sampling methods such as MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ Z1.4. Offerors must adhere to domestic sourcing restrictions, including the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment. While open to all qualified sources, a price evaluation preference is available for SBA-certified HUBZone small business concerns.