NUT, PLAIN, HEXAGON

Solicitation SPE4A7-26-R-XB08 is an Indefinite Delivery Contract (IDC) issued by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) for the procurement of Plain Hexagon Nuts (NSN 5310-00-282-5658). The contract features a five-year base period with a total value not to exceed 350,000.00 USD. It establishes a guaranteed minimum quantity of 240 units, with an estimated annual demand and maximum delivery order quantity of 960 units. The award is based on a best-value determination, weighing price, past performance via SPRS assessments, and quoted delivery schedules. The items are identified as commercial critical application products and must adhere to strict quality and safety standards, including a prohibition on the intentional addition of mercury. Quality assurance is governed by MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, with a zero-nonconformance requirement for acceptance under MIL-STD-105/ASQ Z1.4. Packaging and palletization must comply with RP001 and MIL-STD-2073-1E, while marking must follow MIL-STD-129. Delivery, inspection, and acceptance are all set as FOB Destination. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow (WAWF) system for invoicing and payment. Contractors must maintain active SAM registration and comply with CMMC Level 2 Self-Assessment requirements for handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) by November 10, 2025. The solicitation also incorporates various FAR and DFARS clauses regarding the Buy American program, anti-terrorism training, and the prohibition of contracting with entities requiring certain internal confidentiality agreements.