NUT BLANK

The Defense Logistics Agency is soliciting a single nut blank identified by NSN 5310-01-532-5156 and part number 618E006-181 under solicitation SPE4A0-26-T-3197, with a response deadline of June 2, 2026. This is a non-set-aside RFQ issued under NAICS code 332722 for a critical application item requiring strict adherence to quality standards, including zero non-conformances in any sampled lot during inspection and acceptance at destination. The contract mandates compliance with MIL-STD-1916 or comparable zero-based sampling plans, with critical attributes subject to Verification Level VII or AQL 0.1, and packaging and labeling must conform to ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with DLA Master List requirements taking precedence. Palletization must follow RP001: DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement, and hazardous materials require Hazard Communication Standard labeling and prior submission of safety data sheets. Delivery is due within five days after order award, FOB destination, and invoicing must be processed electronically via Wide Area WorkFlow, with payment documentation tailored to contract type, including cost vouchers for cost-type items and invoices with receiving reports for fixed-price deliverables. The solicitation incorporates numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to cybersecurity, whistleblower protections, cyber incident reporting, procurement integrity, and prohibited equipment, with deviations 2026-00038 and 2026-00048 applying to key clauses including System for Award Management maintenance, type of contract, simplified acquisition terms, and certified cost or pricing data. Offerors must maintain active SAM registration, validate size and socioeconomic status representations, and disclose use of non-domestic materials. This acquisition may be awarded automatically, with potential application of HUBZone pricing preference, and is subject to a DO-C9 priority rating under the Defense Priorities and Allocations System.