LIGHTING ASSEMBLY

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE4A526V1767 to QED INC (CAGE 24708) for the procurement of two units of a lighting assembly identified by NSN 6610003375332, with a total contract value of $1,257.00. The award was issued on July 24, 2026, under Solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-185V, and delivery is required to Hill Air Force Base, Utah, with a delivery window of 164 days after order placement. The contract operates under FOB Origin terms, meaning the offeror bears all transportation costs to a contiguous U.S. location of their choice. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with priority given to DLA’s Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, including palletization per RP001. Items must be labeled with standardized barcodes, and if containing radioactive material exceeding specified thresholds, additional labeling per MIL-STD-129 is mandatory. Inspection and acceptance occur at the destination, governed by FAR 52.246-2 and other referenced standards, including SAE AS9003 for inspection systems. The contract includes a comprehensive set of Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses addressing compliance in multiple operational domains. Key requirements include adherence to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2 self-assessment, safeguarding covered defense information under 252.204-7012, and implementing basic information system safeguards per 52.240-93. Deviations apply to several clauses, including Combating Trafficking in Persons, Employment Eligibility Verification, Sustainable Products, and Subcontracting for Commercial Products. The contractor must also comply with hazardous materials identification under 52.223-3, including completion of a specified table for material identification and applicable legislation. All employees must be informed of whistleblower rights under 252.203-7002, and the contractor is subject to restrictions on information disclosure and litigation support under 252.204-7015 and 252.204-7018. Small business representations are mandated under 52.219-28, with the requirement to disclose joint venture partners’ unique