NUT, SELF-LOCKING, HEXAG

The contract involves the procurement of self-locking hexagon nuts under NSN 5310-00-241-6609, with a total quantity of 1,683 units across multiple CLINs, delivered FOB origin to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania, with a required delivery date of January 19, 2028, 314 days after award. The solicitation, issued under SPE7M2-26-T-6015, is fully competitive and governed by military specifications, requiring strict adherence to MIL-STD-2073-1E for packaging and MIL-STD-129 for marking, labeling, and barcoding. Manufacturer’s symbols, approved per MIL-HDBK-57, must be directly marked on each nut except those with thread diameters of 0.190 inches or smaller, and no markings are permitted on bearing surfaces. Packaging must exclude mercury or mercury compounds and comply with DLA’s RP001 packaging requirements. Items must be inspected and accepted at the origin per FAR 52.246-2, with quality assurance governed by ISO 9001:2015, MIL-STD-1916, and MIL-STD-105, ensuring zero non-conformances unless otherwise specified. The contract mandates full compliance with cybersecurity regulations including DFARS 252.204-7012 for safeguarding covered defense information and cyber incident reporting, and prohibits the use of hexavalent chromium, mercury, and covered telecommunications equipment from Communist Chinese military companies. Contractors must maintain current SAM registration with valid UEI and CAGE codes, represent small business and socioeconomic status accurately, and comply with whistleblower protections and employment eligibility verification. Electronic invoicing through WAWF is required, with payment processed based on approved receiving reports, and all hazardous materials must be labeled according to OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and accompanied by up-to-date Safety Data Sheets. Proposal submissions are mandatory via DIBBS by August 17, 2026, and must include all required representations, certifications, and documentation, with awards potentially made prior to the deadline for micro-purchase thresholds.