GOVERNMENT FIRST ARTIC

The Defense Logistics Agency Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division is soliciting quotes for the procurement of five Aft Door Hold fittings under solicitation SPE7M3-26-T-9162. This requirement, categorized under NAICS 332996, specifies a delivery timeline of 577 days after the award, with a need ship date of June 18, 2027. A critical component of the contract is the First Article Testing requirement, which mandates the delivery of three units of item 8057887 to Robins AFB within 180 calendar days of the contract date for government approval. The government will provide notification of approval or disapproval within 135 calendar days of receipt. The contract contains strict export control requirements, as the technical data is subject to ITAR or EAR regulations. Access to this data is limited to contractors with approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification and completed DLA export-control training. Quality standards are rigorous, requiring the manufacturer's inspection system to comply with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with palletization following RP001. The procurement also incorporates various federal regulations, including the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and CMMC Level 2 certification requirements. Invoicing and payment must be processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.