GEAR CLUSTER

This contract, issued under solicitation number SPE7LX-26-U-8817 by the Defense Logistics Agency’s Strategic Acquisition Program Directorate, is an indefinite-delivery contract for the procurement of a Gear Cluster with NSN 3020-00-919-8118, supplied by Simmonds Precision Products Inc, part number A4019. The contract is structured as a unilateral simplified indefinite-delivery contract with an estimated quantity of 41 units, though this is non-firm and subject to delivery order issuance; the contract has a maximum value cap of $350,000 and a guaranteed minimum order of 6 units. Delivery is FOB origin, with an estimated lead time of 176 days from the award date, and both inspection and acceptance occur at the vendor’s origin in accordance with FAR 52.246-2. Packaging must fully comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E, including specific preservation methods (Method 20), cleaning/drying standards (Code 1), preservation material (Code 49), and wrap material (GB), with no cushioning required. Marking and labeling must adhere to MIL-STD-129, with no special markings required. Palletization must follow DLA Packaging Requirements (RP001), and all shipments are to be delivered within the continental United States. The contract imposes stringent compliance obligations across multiple domains. Safety and environmental compliance require adherence to 29 CFR 1910.1200 for hazardous material labeling, explicit prohibition of hexavalent chromium, and restrictions on the storage or disposal of toxic materials without government authorization. Supply chain integrity is enforced through prohibitions on acquiring defense items from Communist Chinese military companies and covered defense telecommunications equipment under Section 889 of the NDAA. Cybersecurity is governed by 252.204-7012, mandating NIST SP 800-171 controls for safeguarding covered defense information and 72-hour cyber incident reporting. Export control compliance with ITAR and EAR is required, and whistleblower and employment eligibility protections are incorporated via FAR/DFARS clauses. Electronic submission of invoices and receiving reports through WAWF is mandatory, with paper invoicing prohibited. Offerors must complete representations regarding small business status, UEI and CAGE codes, and disclose participation in joint ventures or use of covered telecommunications equipment. The contract