FLIPPER, SAFETY GUAR

The contract covers the procurement of 141 units of a critical firearm component identified as the "Flipper, Safety Guard" with the NSN 1015-01-184-4355. It involves highly specific manufacturing and quality requirements in line with Defense Logistics Agency standards, including compliance with multiple technical and quality documents, cybersecurity self-assessment per CMMC Level 2, traceability to qualified product lists, and strict inspection and acceptance protocols at the manufacturer’s facility. The item is classified as a defense article subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations, requiring the manufacturer or exporter to be registered with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls before award eligibility. Product verification testing may be invoked and samples must be provided from all contractors involved in production. Packaging and marking must adhere to MIL-STD specifications, with additional controls for sensitive and protected cargo. Logistically, the contract specifies delivery at origin within 48 days and a required delivery date of January 2, 2027, with shipment directed to the DLA Distribution center in Texarkana, Texas. Engineering exceptions and special packaging instructions are detailed, prohibiting the use of Class I ozone-depleting chemicals and mandating approved substitute chemicals. The contract also enforces configuration control and mandates notification and approval for any changes to the manufacturer after award. Contact for the procurement is provided for inquiries, and the solicitation was posted on February 26, 2026, with quotes due by March 9, 2026.