O-RING

This contract is for a Type I ozone-resistant O-ring identified by NSN 5331-00-498-5755, classified as a commercial item with a strict 240-month non-extendable shelf life requiring compliance with MIL-STD-2073-1E packaging standards and special marking for shelf life code 32. The item must conform to the current revision of MIL-DTL-25988/1B or SAE AMS-R-25988B and is designated a critical application item with a complete prohibition of asbestos and Class I ozone-depleting chemicals; substitutes require prior approval. Packaging must meet DLA requirements including medium-duty, waterproof, greaseproof, opaque bags per MIL-DTL-117, Type II, Class C, Style 1, with palletization, labeling, and marking per MIL-STD-129. Sampling follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise stated, and verification levels are fixed at VII, IV, and II for critical, major, and minor attributes. Delivery is FOB origin within 20 days with no variance allowed, inspection and acceptance occur at destination, and shipping must use traceable freight methods—parcel post is prohibited. The contract is open to full competition, incorporates DLA’s Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements by reference, and requires compliance with all referenced standards, including the prohibition of any unauthorized chemicals or materials, even if previously permitted under older specifications.