LATCH, PINTLE HOOK

Solicitation SPE7L4-27-T-0920 is a small business set-aside for the procurement of 17 Pintle Hook Latches (NSN 2540-00-821-2277) for the DLA Weapons Support LSO Combat Vehicles and Armament. The items are produced via a metal casting process requiring specific tooling. The contract includes a Production Lot Test (PLT) requirement and mandates Contractor First Article Testing (FAT) in accordance with QAP 8710267 and specification MIL-S-46172. Delivery for the latches is required within 258 days, while the PLT delivery is required within 228 days, with the place of performance located in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The contractor must adhere to strict quality and packaging standards, including MIL-STD-129 for marking and ASTM D3951 for non-hazardous commercial packaging. All shipments of PLT reports must include specific documentation, such as DD Form 1222 and DD Form 250/iRAPT receiving reports signed by the QAR. Invoicing and payment must be processed through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system. The contract incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including requirements for cybersecurity (CMMC Level 2), the prohibition of hexavalent chromium and Class I ozone-depleting chemicals, and compliance with the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment. Inspection and acceptance are designated at the point of origin.