53--LATCH,SNAPSLIDE FASTENER

This solicitation, issued by DLA Aviation under solicitation number SPE4A7-26-T-764R, is a request for quotations for the procurement of three snapslide fastener latches (NSN 5325-01-674-7040). The contract is a fixed-price acquisition with a delivery requirement of 94 days to DLA Distribution Cherry Point, North Carolina. A critical restriction of this procurement is the absolute prohibition of additive manufacturing; any offers including parts produced via additive manufacturing processes will be deemed ineligible for award. The procurement is subject to Buy American and Berry Amendment requirements, and offerors must provide disclosure if using non-domestic materials. Technical and quality compliance is strictly enforced, requiring manufacturers to maintain an inspection system that meets at least ISO 9001:2015 standards. Inspection and acceptance will occur at the origin, and sampling must follow specific zero-based plans such as MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Because the technical data is subject to export controls under ITAR or EAR, offerors must possess an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program (JCP) certification and appropriate DLA authorization to be eligible. Additionally, the solicitation provides a price evaluation preference for certified HUBZone small business concerns. Administrative requirements include electronic invoicing through the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system and adherence to rigorous cybersecurity and hazardous material labeling standards.