EARPHONE ELEMENT

Solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-413Y is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the Department of Defense, DLA Land and Maritime, Active Devices Division, for the procurement of 955 earphone elements (NSN 5965014243291). This opportunity is set aside for HUBZone small businesses, with a price evaluation preference for certified HUBZone concerns, though other small businesses may be considered if no qualified HUBZone offers are received. Quotations were due by August 27, 2026, with submissions encouraged via the DLA Internet Bid Board System. The contract requires delivery within 168 days, with an original required delivery date of December 28, 2026, and a need ship date of February 12, 2027. Terms are FOB Origin, and the place of delivery is the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. All supplies must adhere to strict packaging and marking standards, including MIL-STD-129 and ASTM D3951, with specific requirements for hazardous materials per FED-STD-313 and TQ requirement IP025. Compliance with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment is required, and offerors must disclose the use of any non-domestic materials. The government will not evaluate offers utilizing additive manufacturing unless specifically authorized. Payment will be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Key regulatory clauses include prohibitions on covered defense telecommunications equipment and requirements for the safeguarding of covered defense information.