NIPPLE, PIPE

Brass pipe nipples with an outside diameter of 1.050 inches, a wall thickness of 0.114 inch, and an overall length of 6.00 inches are being procured under solicitation SPE7M3-26-T-7433, specifically for use on a 20-ton, 3/4 cu. yd. Americal Hoist and Derrick Model 2360 crane-shovel. The component is identified by NSN 4730-00-196-2006 and must conform to the standard specification for brass, copper, and chromium-plated pipe nipples, with material requirements aligned to ASTM B687 Rev 2023. A total quantity of 291 units is required, with a unit price of $291.00, resulting in a total contract value of $84,681.00. Delivery is mandated within two days of order placement, FOB origin, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA packaging requirements, labeling must follow MIL-STD-129, and no special marking is required. The item has no shelf life restriction. Strict prohibitions apply to mercury and mercury-containing compounds in all aspects of the product, including preservation, packaging, and marking, with exceptions only for functional applications such as batteries, fluorescent lamps, and instrument sensors, which must meet NAVSEA 5100-003D containment standards. Class I ozone-depleting chemicals are entirely banned from use or incorporation. Full and open competition is in effect, and any configuration changes require an engineering change proposal or variance request. The delivery destination is the DLA Distribution facility at 2083 Normandy Drive, Door 113 to 134, New Cumberland, PA 17070-5002, with an original required delivery date of October 23, 2026, though the need ship date is set for July 23, 2026. Technical and quality requirements referenced by R or I numbers are governed by the DLA Master List, with revisions tied to the solicitation or award date.