LIGHT, INSTRUMENT

The contract solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-164V calls for the procurement of 51 units of a delicate instrument identified by NSN 6695014641160 and manufacturer part number 5622-6-28 from LUMINATOR HOLDING L.P under FOB origin terms, with delivery required within 171 calendar days after order, targeting a need ship date of November 15, 2026, and a final delivery deadline of February 23, 2027. The total contract value is $2,601 at $51.00 per unit, with no quantity variance permitted. Delivery is mandated to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania, where inspection and acceptance will also take place. Packaging must strictly conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E with specific preservation methods, container codes, and packaging materials detailed in the contract, including intermediate container E5 and unit container D3, while palletization adheres to DLA’s RP001 requirements. Marking and labeling must follow MIL-STD-129 with a special code 05 indicating the item is a delicate instrument, and all items require bare item marking per RQ017 and proper barcoding. Sampling and inspection criteria mandate the use of MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances allowed unless otherwise specified, and critical, major, and minor attributes are assigned verification levels VII, IV, and II respectively with corresponding AQLs. The contract incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses including 52.216-1 ALT I for a fixed-price contract type, 52.246-2 for government inspection at destination, 52.223-3 for hazardous material identification, and 52.243-1 for changes, along with specialized clauses like 252.223-7001 for hazard labeling and restrictions on ocean transportation requiring U.S.-flag vessels unless waived. Technical and quality requirements are sourced from the DLA Master List with codes such as RQ011 for sampling, RQ017 for item marking, and RC001 for source approval documentation. Proposals must be submitted electronically through the DLA Internet Bid Board System by May 27, 2026