METAL BAR (LEVEL 1)

Solicitation SPMYM226Q7576 is a request for quotation issued by DLA Maritime - Puget Sound for the procurement of Level 1 Metal Bar supplies. These materials are designated as Special Emphasis and Critical Safety Items, meaning they are used in crucial shipboard systems where failure could result in catastrophic equipment failure or loss of life. Consequently, the contract mandates stringent quality assurance, including full traceability from material certification reports to physical markings, compliance with ISO 9001 or MIL-I-45208, and adherence to standards such as MIL-C-15726 and MIL-STD-792. Deliverables include chemical and mechanical property reports and certification data submitted via Wide Area WorkFlow. The contract is awarded on an FOB Destination basis to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard IMF in Bremerton, Washington, with a delivery deadline of August 7, 2026. To be deemed responsive, offerors must provide their CAGE code, lead time, manufacturer name, and country of origin, while ensuring the solicitation packet is completed in its entirety. Contractors required to implement NIST SP 800-171 must provide a current assessment, though Commercial Off The Shelf items are exempt. Initial inspection occurs at the contractor's plant via DCMA, with final acceptance conducted at the destination. All quotes must be submitted electronically via SAM.gov or emailed to the primary point of contact, Jack Edwards.