10--LOADER,GUN

Solicitation SPE7L1-26-T-15D4 is a request for quotations from DLA Land and Maritime for the procurement of 166 gun loaders (NSN 1010-01-129-1233). This is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business set-aside cascade with the non-manufacturer rule waived. The items are classified as critical gun parts and defense articles subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Arms Export Control Act, requiring manufacturers to register with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Delivery is set for 426 days after award, with a need ship date of August 27, 2026, and a final required delivery date of December 1, 2027, shipped FOB Destination to New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. The contract mandates strict quality and technical compliance, including First Article Testing (FAT) for five units and product verification testing prior to shipment acceptance. Manufacturing must adhere to SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 standards, and inspection will be conducted by the DCMA QAR at the manufacturer's facility. Specific technical requirements include the use of manganese coating if an option for zinc is provided, the application of Class 3 threads, and a prohibition on Class I ozone-depleting chemicals. Contractors must utilize the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for invoicing and meet CMMC Level 2 certification requirements for safeguarding covered defense information. All quotes must be submitted via the DIBBS portal by October 2, 2026.