KEYBOARD, DATA ENTRY

This contract solicitation, issued under solicitation number SPE8EN-26-T-2774 by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for the procurement of two data entry keyboards with NSN 7025015283602, is a small business set-aside utilizing automated acquisition procedures under DLA Master Solicitation Revision 105. The requirement is for delivery to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania, with a delivery timeline of 167 days after receipt of order, and pricing is set at $2.00 per unit for a total of $4.00. FOB terms are specified as origin for quotation purposes, but inspection and acceptance occur at destination, with no variance permitted in quantity. Packaging must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129 for marking, and palletization must meet DLA’s RP001 requirements, with plastics minimized for cushioning and wrapping. All supplies are prohibited from containing intentionally added mercury or mercury compounds, except for functional uses in batteries, fluorescent lights, specified instruments, weapon systems, or NAVSEA-recommended chemical reagents, which must include a secondary containment per NAVSEA 5100-003D. The contract incorporates numerous federal and defense acquisition regulations, including mandatory provisions on cyber security such as safeguarding covered defense information under DFARS 252.204-7012 and NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements under DFARS 252.240-7997, reflecting the potential handling of sensitive government data. Contractors must maintain current representations in the System for Award Management (SAM), including small business status, and are subject to compliance with the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment thresholds reduced to $150,000. Electronic invoicing and receiving reports are required through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system, with payment instructions and administrative details to be completed upon award. The solicitation mandates submission via the DIBBS portal by August 17, 2026, and includes clauses on whistleblower rights, prohibitions on mandatory arbitration, disclosure of information, and restrictions on covered telecommunications equipment. The successful offeror must submit Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous materials prior to award, and all items must be free from hexavalent chromium and other prohibited substances as specified in relevant DFARS clauses. This