43--FILTER ELEMENT,FLUID

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE7M126V048W to MAROTTA CONTROLS INC (CAGE 99657) for the procurement of three Fluid Filter Elements, identified by NSN 4330013327689, under a firm-fixed-price structure. The contract has a total value of $32,886.00 and was awarded on July 21, 2026, with a delivery schedule requiring fulfillment within 353 days after the order date. Performance is designated as FOB ORIGIN, with delivery directed to the DLA Land and Maritime facility in Tracy, California, where the Government will conduct destination inspection and acceptance. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, including the use of 2D Data Matrix barcodes, proper labeling with NSN, contract number, and quantity, and compliance with DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements. The filter element must also meet preservation standards requiring cleaning and drying (Preservation Method 31), with no hazardous materials used unless fully documented and labeled per 29 CFR 1910.1200 and DFARS 252.223-7001, including adherence to thresholds for radioactive content and prohibition of hexavalent chromium. The contract incorporates a comprehensive set of Federal Acquisition Regulation and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement clauses covering cybersecurity, employment verification, trafficking in persons, small business representation, and safeguarding of government information. Contractor compliance with 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting is mandatory, alongside requirements for electronic invoicing via Wide Area WorkFlow and reporting through the Supplier Performance Risk System. The awardee, identified as a small business, must maintain current SAM registration and adhere to socioeconomic representations, though specific certifications are not disclosed. No formal evaluation factors or award methodology beyond automated simplified acquisition procedures are outlined; the award was likely based on compliance and price within simplified acquisition thresholds. The point of contact for procurement inquiries is Michael Reese of DLA, reachable via email and phone, with no named contracting officer or COR identified. All deliverables must be accompanied by prior submission of Safety Data Sheets and must align with Naval Sea Systems Command guidance on mercury containment, with no options, extensions, or clauses for price adjustments permitted.