GAGE, PRESSURE, DIAL

The contract covers the procurement of six pressure dial gages, identified by NSN 6685-01-482-0397, with a required delivery schedule of 266 days from the contract award date. The items must meet stringent military quality and technical specifications, including compliance with MIL-G-18997E and MIL-STD-1330 for cleaning suitable for oxygen use. The contract incorporates detailed quality requirements such as inspection and acceptance at origin, packaging standards per MIL-STD-2073-1E, and restrictions on the use of mercury or mercury compounds except in specified functional applications. Marking and palletization must conform to MIL-STD-129 and DLA packaging protocols, respectively, ensuring the delicate nature of the instruments is properly indicated. Additionally, a first article test (FAT) is required to verify compliance with contract specifications, with one unit designated for testing. The delivery location is the DLA Distribution Warehouse in Tracy, California, with both inspection and acceptance performed at the point of origin. The contract references regulatory guidance including FAR clauses and the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements to govern acceptance levels, sampling methods, and overall contract compliance. Communication and coordination will be managed through a designated point of contact at DLA, with adherence to all packaging, preservation, and quality assurance conditions essential for successful contract fulfillment.