25--DRAG LINK,STEERING

The contract is for the procurement of 302 drag link steering components under NSN 2530016260718, issued as a Simplified Indefinite-Delivery Contract (SIDC) with a Firm Fixed Price structure, under solicitation SPE7L4-26-U-0998. Performance is designated for DLA DIRECT, CONUS with delivery FOB Origin and a 75-day delivery window from the order placement. The total estimated value ranges from $9,760.05 to a contract maximum of $350,000.00, with a guaranteed minimum quantity of 45 units. Packaging must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E with preservation method 31, no preservation or wrap materials, and unit container D3, while labeling and marking comply with MIL-STD-129 and contain no special markings. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination point under government oversight, with invoicing required through Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF). The solicitation is a total small business set-aside under NAICS 336390, with all offerors required to self-certify as small businesses and disclose UEI and CAGE codes if providing covered defense telecommunications equipment or services. Compliance is mandated with numerous FAR and DFARS clauses including employment equity, combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, cybersecurity safeguards per NIST SP 800-171, safeguarding covered defense information, hazardous material labeling per 29 CFR 1910.1200, and prohibitions against purchasing covered telecommunications equipment from restricted foreign entities. The contract incorporates referenced quality and packaging documents RA001 and RP001 from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, and requires adherence to specific packaging data codes, palletization standards, and hazard communication obligations. All proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by August 7, 2026, and awards will be subject to compliance with whistleblower protections, conflict of interest restrictions, and limitations on the use of government work product.