16--LOCKPLATE,MAIN ROTOR

Solicitation SPE4A5-26-T-342D, issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Supplier Oper OEM Division, is for the procurement of 503 units of Main Rotor Lockplates (NSN 1615-00-757-4857), identified as critical application items with Bell Textron Inc part number 204-012-113-003. The requirement may involve casting, forging, and specialized tooling, which the government may not provide. The need ship date is August 30, 2026, with an original required delivery date of May 29, 2028. Delivery is specified as FOB Origin under the First Destination Transportation program, with the final destination being the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. Quality assurance is stringent, requiring a manufacturer's inspection system compliant with ISO 9001:2015 or an equivalent standard. Sampling must follow MIL-STD-1916, ASQ H1331, or a comparable zero-based sampling plan, with specific verification levels assigned to critical, major, and minor attributes. Packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, while palletization follows RP001 requirements. The contract incorporates various DFARS and FAR clauses, including CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and NIST SP 800-171 requirements. All payment processing and receiving reports are to be handled electronically via the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system.