NIPPLE, PIPE

Solicitation SPE7M3-26-T-9041 is a fixed-price request for quotations issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Fluid Handling Division for the procurement of 32 pipe nipples under NSN 4730016452982. The requirement is associated with NAICS code 326122 and specifies a delivery period of 168 days, with an original required delivery date of January 27, 2027, and a need ship date of March 9, 2027. Delivery is FOB Origin, with the destination for both inspection and acceptance located at DLA Distribution San Joaquin in Tracy, California. The contract mandates strict adherence to packaging and marking standards, requiring compliance with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, while noting that the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements takes precedence over ASTM standards. Palletization must follow RP001 requirements. Additionally, the use of Class I ozone depleting chemicals is strictly prohibited. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for electronic invoicing and payment requests. The solicitation also incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses, including the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program, NIST SP 800-171 assessment requirements, and safeguarding of covered defense information.