COVER, WINCH

Solicitation SPE4A7-27-T-2613 is a request for quotation issued by the DLA Weapons Support ASC Supplier Oper AE and AF Div for the procurement of one winch cover, identified by NSN 1680-14-546-5202. The requirement specifies a delivery lead time of 146 days after order, with a need ship date of April 6, 2027, and an original required delivery date of August 15, 2027. Delivery is FOB Origin, with the destination and acceptance point located at DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California. The procurement involves Thales Underwater Systems SAS and Thales Defense & Security Inc as authorized providers. The contract mandates strict adherence to quality and packaging standards, requiring packaging per ASTM D3951 and palletization according to RP001, with DLA Master List requirements taking precedence. Marking and labeling must comply with MIL-STD-129, and item unique identification is not required. Quality assurance will be managed via sampling methods such as MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment. The solicitation also incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including those regarding the Buy American Act, cybersecurity safeguarding, and HUBZone price evaluation preferences.