29--EXHAUST SYSTEM,ENGI

The contract solicitation SPE7LX-26-U-9014 issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate is a Total Small Business Set-Aside for the procurement of an exhaust system for engine applications, identified by NSN 2990-01-478-6000 and part number FL-17094-030. The contract is structured as an indefinite-delivery contract with an estimated annual quantity of 123 units, a guaranteed minimum of 18 units, and a maximum contract value of $350,000.00. Delivery is required within 76 days after order placement, with FOB Origin terms applying, and all shipments must be delivered within the continental United States. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, with the government assuming responsibility for both. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129 for marking and labeling, with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements taking precedence over any general standards. Palletization must adhere to RP001, DLA’s Packaging Requirements for Procurement, and all items must be properly identified with unit of issue EA and quantity per unit pack QUP as specified. The contract includes a comprehensive set of federal and defense acquisition regulations, with key clauses addressing equal opportunity for workers with disabilities, combating human trafficking, employment eligibility verification, sustainable product requirements, hazardous material handling, cybersecurity safeguards per NIST SP 800-171, prohibition of hexavalent chromium and covered defense telecommunications equipment, whistleblower rights, and restrictions on mandatory arbitration agreements. Compliance with DFARS and FAR clauses is mandatory, and the solicitation requires offerors to complete representations regarding small business status, socio-economic certifications, and the provision of covered defense telecommunications equipment. Submissions must be made electronically through DLA’s DIBBS portal and vendor systems, with invoicing processed via WAWF. The contract is awarded under a simplified acquisition procedure with no options or modification pricing specified in the base document, and the award will be made solely to a small business concern meeting all socioeconomic and regulatory requirements. Payment details, accounting codes, and point-of-contact information for contracting officers, COTRs, or CORs are not provided in the solicitation and will be specified in the resulting award.