GASKET

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE7L326V4445 to AQUA-CHEM, INC. (CAGE 0EXU3) on July 30, 2026, for the purchase of 140 gaskets with NSN 5330015403761 at a total contract value of $1,813.00. This is a firm-fixed-price micro-purchase under solicitation SPE7L3-26-T-131H, with delivery required to the DLA New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania by November 30, 2026, and a final need ship date of January 19, 2027. Performance must be completed within 168 days of award under FOB Origin terms, meaning title and risk transfer to the government upon delivery to the carrier. The contract requires strict compliance with military packaging and marking standards including MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and MIL-STD-130N for unique item identification, as well as specific preservation methods using CLNG/DRY:1 code and UV-protective opaque bags for sensitive materials. Hazardous material handling is governed by 29 CFR 1910.1200, MIL-DTL-117 Type II Class C, and IP025, with labeling conforming to hazard communication and warning requirements. All invoicing must be submitted electronically through WAWF, and the contractor is subject to destination inspection and acceptance by the government. The contract incorporates a full suite of FAR and DFARS clauses covering cybersecurity, labor compliance, and procurement integrity, including safeguards for covered contractor information systems, combating trafficking in persons, employment eligibility verification, and sustainable product requirements, all with Deviation 2026-00038 applied. DFARS provisions address safeguarding defense information, cyber incident reporting, prohibition of telecommunications equipment from Chinese military companies, export controls, whistleblower rights, and restrictions on hazardous substances like hexavalent chromium and mercury. The awardee has affirmed its small business status and is subject to the Postaward Small Business Program Representation clause with Alternate I applied. The contractor must ensure compliance with federal regulations governing hazardous materials, UID labeling, and electronic data submission. No options, suspensions, or other contract types are included, and the award was made without a formal competition