COVER, LIFE PRESERVER

Delivery order SPE8EJ-26-F-092U was awarded on August 9, 2026, by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support Construction and Equipment office to Atlantic Diving Supply, Inc., a small disadvantaged women-owned business. This order, issued under the basic contract SPE8EJ-21-D-0032, is for the procurement of one life preserver cover (NSN 4220014873209 / Part CMV-1002-14 / MA3041-1-M) for a total fixed price of $116.26. The item is to be delivered to the USS AMERICA (LHA 6) by January 19, 2027, with shipping terms set as FOB Destination. The contract mandates that shipments be made via the fastest traceable means, explicitly prohibiting the use of parcel post. All packaging and documentation must be clearly marked with the basic contract and delivery order numbers. Inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the government at the destination. Payment is processed through the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) in Columbus, Ohio, with invoicing required in accordance with DFARS 252.232-7003, typically via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. Administrative oversight is provided by the DLA Troop Support office in Philadelphia, with John Cuorato serving as the Procuring Contracting Officer.