MEAT SLICING MACHIN

The contract solicitation SPE3SE-26-T-0785 seeks the procurement of one meat slicing machine, model 8713M NSU with CAGE code 95219, replacing the discontinued NSN 7320-01-383-4095, for naval shipboard use. The item must operate on 115 V, AC, 60 Hz, single phase and must not contain any intentionally added mercury or mercury compounds, except in approved exceptions such as batteries, fluorescent lights, sensors, or chemical reagents specified by NAVSEA, with portable mercury-containing devices required to be shockproof and double-contained per NAVSEA 5100-003D. The solicitation mandates compliance with the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with packaging and marking adhering strictly to ASTM D3951, MIL-STD-129, and RP001 for palletization, including bar-coding and hazard labeling in accordance with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard. Delivery is required within 20 days after order placement to FPO AE 09556, with FOB destination terms placing acceptance responsibility at the delivery point. All contractors must implement NIST SP 800-171 controls to safeguard covered defense information, submit a system security plan, and complete a basic assessment via the Supplier Performance Risk System, with requirements flowed down to subcontractors. Cybersecurity compliance is enforced through DFARS 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020, and disclosures related to covered telecommunications equipment are mandatory. Offerors must maintain an active Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code in SAM and provide accurate size status and socioeconomic certifications, including small business, HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, and SDB status where applicable. The contract prohibits the use of foreign-flag vessels for ocean shipments unless a waiver is secured at least 45 days in advance, with ocean bills of lading required within 30 days of shipment. Invoicing must be processed through WAWF using designated document types, and contractors are subject to whistleblower protections and restrictions on compensation of former DoD officials. Proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by May 18, 2026, and while no fixed contract type has been specified, the use of deviation clauses and multiple potential pricing