NUT, PLAIN, PLATE

This contract covers the procurement of 49 bags, each containing 10 units, of plain plate nuts identified by NSN 5310-01-548-3746, with a delivery requirement of 170 days from the award. The items are designated as critical application components and must meet strict technical and quality standards as outlined in the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements. These standards supersede applicable packaging standards such as ASTM D3951, and all packaging and marking must comply with MIL-STD-129. The inspection and acceptance of the goods will occur at the destination, specifically at the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. Transportation and shipping instructions are governed by specific DLAD procurement notes tailored for this contract. The contract includes detailed quality assurance provisions, with sampling methods aligned with MIL-STD-1916 or equivalent zero-based sampling plans, emphasizing stringent acceptance criteria for critical, major, and minor attributes. The contractor has the option of using either attribute or variable inspection methods unless otherwise required. Delivery must be made FOB origin with zero tolerance for quantity variance. Documentation for source approval and compliance with DLA packaging requirements is mandatory. The solicitation was issued on April 15, 2026, with responses due by April 23, 2026, under the NAICS code 332722, managed by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense. The primary point of contact is available for communication.