ENAMEL

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded a fixed-price contract to Specialty Coatings, Inc. (CAGE 3LBA0) for the supply of enamel (NSN 8010008015004) under solicitation SPE8ES-26-T-2425, with a total contract value of $412.88 and an award date of July 24, 2026. Delivery is required at Minot Air Force Base, ND, within 20 days after award under FOB destination terms, meaning the contractor assumes all freight and risk until receipt at the destination. The item is classified as a Type II shelf-life product with a 12-month shelf life, and the contractor must ensure that at least 85% of that shelf life remains at the time of delivery. Packaging and marking must strictly comply with MIL-STD-129R(3) and MIL-STD-2073-1E, including the use of a 2D barcode, the special marking code 33 for shelf-life identification, and accurate labeling of manufactured and inspection dates. Hazardous material handling is governed by OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and GHS-compliant Safety Data Sheets, while transportation by sea requires use of U.S.-flag vessels unless a waiver is obtained. The contract includes numerous Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses addressing equal opportunity, trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, cybersecurity safeguards, subcontractor flow-downs, and whistleblower protections. Invoicing must occur electronically via WAWF, and inspection and acceptance will take place at the destination by the government. Representations and certifications regarding small business status, UEI, CAGE codes, and compliance with prohibited telecommunications equipment are required, and the contractor must adhere to strict preservation and environmental standards under RP001 and IP025. No option periods, extended terms, or pricing details beyond the single line item are specified, and while socioeconomic preferences may apply, the official basis of award and evaluation weights are not disclosed.