NIPPLE, PIPE

Solicitation SPE7M3-27-T-0298 is issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Weapons Support Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 65 cadmium plated steel pipe nipples, identified by NSN 4730-01-042-9664 and part piece number 8395454-6. This is designated as a critical application item and must be manufactured in accordance with Basic Drawing NR 19207 8395454, Revision L. The delivery period is 164 days after receipt of order, with a need ship date of April 6, 2027, and a final required delivery date of July 11, 2027. Delivery is FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution San Joaquin facility in Tracy, California, with both inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. To be eligible for award, offerors must possess an approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification and be approved by the DLA controlling authority to access export-controlled technical data subject to ITAR or EAR regulations. Additionally, the contract requires CMMC Level 2 certification via a Certified Third-Party Assessment Organization. Packaging and marking must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E, MIL-STD-129, and DLA packaging requirement RP001. The procurement includes a price evaluation preference for SBA-certified HUBZone small businesses and requires compliance with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment. Invoicing and payment are processed electronically through the Wide Area WorkFlow system.