GUIDE, SCOOP, FEED UN

Solicitation SPE7L7-26-T-5307 is issued by the DLA Land and Maritime for the procurement of seven units of a feed scoop guide, identified as NSN 1005-00-216-6836. This item is classified as a critical gun part and a defense article subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Arms Export Control Act, requiring manufacturers or exporters to be registered with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. The delivery requirement is set for 548 days after receipt of order, with a need ship date of November 11, 2027. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the point of origin. The contract mandates Government First Article Testing (FAT), requiring the delivery of two units within 90 calendar days of the contract date. Two exhibits are required: one with finish and one without finish. The cost of this testing is a factor in the award evaluation. Quality standards require the manufacturer's inspection system to comply with SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to strict packaging and marking standards, including ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, and utilize the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing. Compliance with the Buy American Act, the Berry Amendment, and NIST SP 800-171 cybersecurity requirements is mandatory.