CYLINDER, AIR, DIVING EQUIPMENT

The contract specifies the procurement of 11 air diving cylinders, each sized as CL and pre-filled with a gas mixture containing 1000 ppm CO₂, fitted with a CGA 590 left-hand thread connection. Regulators are not included, but the recommended and reusable model is the 213 single-stage stainless steel regulator with a delivery pressure range of 1 to 30 PSIG, compatible with the specified CGA 590 LH threading. The cylinders are destined for use in defense-related diving operations and are subject to strict export control regulations under either ITAR or EAR, prohibiting any transfer or disclosure of technical data to foreign persons without prior authorization from the Department of State or Department of Commerce. DFARS 252.225-7048 enforcement applies, restricting access to only approved DLA contractors who hold a valid US/Canada Joint Certification Program credential, have completed required DOD export control training, and have been formally authorized by DLA to handle the technical data. The item is identified by NSN 4220-01-656-6371 under solicitation SPE8E9-26-T-3174, issued by the Department of Defense’s Construction & Equipment MRO Service I office. The procurement is classified under NAICS code 332510, with delivery required within 167 days after award. The point of contact is Matthew Kruc, reachable through provided phone and email. The solicitation was posted on July 9, 2026, with responses due by July 20, 2026. Additionally, the supplier must be a CMMC Level 2 certified third-party assessment organization, and the contract involves covered defense information, reinforcing cybersecurity and data protection requirements. All technical data associated with the cylinders is subject to stringent domestic and international handling controls.