59--HEADSET,ELECTRICAL

Solicitation SPE7M5-26-T-411J is a total small business set-aside for the procurement of 500 kits of electrical headsets, identified by NSN 5965-01-488-4332. This is designated as a critical application item, and the only authorized part number is CEP712-K04-R1 from Communications and Ear Protection, Inc. A strict manufacturing restriction is in place, prohibiting the use of any surplus manufactured prior to October 22, 2024. The requirement is managed by the DLA Land and Maritime Active Devices Division, with a required delivery date of March 18, 2027, and a delivery timeframe of 83 days after award. The contract specifies delivery as FOB Origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination, specifically the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and DLA packaging requirement RP001. Invoicing is to be handled electronically via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system. The solicitation incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program and specific cybersecurity and safeguarding requirements. Quotations must be submitted through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by August 24, 2026.