43--FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID

Solicitation SPE7M1-26-U-6671 is a request for quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Maritime Supply Chain for the procurement of fluid filter elements under NSN 4330-01-426-8419. This is a total small business set-aside that may result in a unilateral Indefinite Delivery Contract with a maximum value of 350,000.00 USD for a one year period. The estimated annual quantity is 153 units, with a required delivery lead time of 70 days after order. The procurement is conducted under the First Destination Transportation program, and while the schedule specifies FOB Origin, the general request indicates FOB Destination. The contractor must adhere to strict technical and quality standards, including physical identification per MIL-STD-130 and packaging and marking requirements per MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129. Palletization must comply with DLA requirement RP001. A critical restriction prohibits the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds to the hardware, with limited exceptions for specific functional components. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the destination. Invoicing and payment must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system. Award will be based on price quotes from qualified suppliers who meet all specified technical requirements.