53--NUT,SELF-LOCKING,PLATE

Solicitation SPE4A6-26-U-4309 is a unilateral Indefinite Delivery Contract issued by the Defense Logistics Agency Aviation for the procurement of self-locking plate nuts, also described as plain self-locking nuts. The requirement is for NSN 5310012701250, part number FBL10015-3-3, with an estimated annual quantity of 189 units and a guaranteed contract minimum of 18 units. The contract has a maximum value of 350,000.00 dollars, with a delivery window of 343 days after the order. Delivery is FOB Origin, while both inspection and acceptance are conducted at the destination. The contractor must adhere to strict quality and packaging standards, including SAE AS9003 or ISO 9001 for inspection systems and zero-based sampling plans per MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331. Packaging must comply with ASTM D3951 and MIL-STD-129, with palletization following DLA requirement RP001. Administrative requirements include the use of the Wide Area WorkFlow system for invoicing and compliance with domestic material restrictions, such as the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment. Evaluation for award is based on the quoted price for the estimated annual demand, with a preference for HUBZone concerns.