NUT, PLAIN, HEXAGON

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-T-29QL, issued by the DLA Aviation ASC Commodities Division, is for the procurement of 1,085 plain hexagon nuts under NSN 5310-00-274-4658. This commercial item is designated as a critical application item and must be delivered FOB Origin to the DLA Distribution New Cumberland facility in Pennsylvania. The original required delivery date is November 16, 2026, with a need ship date of March 14, 2027, and a delivery window of 171 days after the award. The contract mandates strict quality and safety standards, including a prohibition on the intentional addition of mercury or mercury-containing compounds. Quality assurance requires sampling in accordance with MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, with inspection and acceptance occurring at the destination. Packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-129 and DLA packaging requirements, specifically utilizing preservation method 10. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and compliance with the Buy American and Balance of Payments Program for quotes exceeding the micro-purchase threshold.