PIN, QUICK RELEASE

The Defense Logistics Agency awarded Contract SPE4A626PW509 to Century Fasteners Corp (CAGE 8R639) on July 1, 2026, for the supply of 53 units of a quick release pin identified by NSN 5315010691643, with a total contract value of $2,809.53. The item must be manufactured and delivered in compliance with stringent military standards, including NASM17990 Rev. 4 and NAS1332 Rev. 9, with inspection and acceptance occurring at origin under zero non-conformance requirements specified by MIL-STD-105/ASQ Z1.4. Delivery is scheduled for January 11, 2027, FOB Origin, to the DLA Distribution facility in New Cumberland, Pennsylvania. All packaging must conform to MIL-STD-2073-1E using a box unit with no cushion or preservative, while marking and barcoding must adhere to MIL-STD-129, including physical identification per RQ017 and prohibitions against mercury-containing compounds under IP056. The contract mandates use of WAWF for all invoicing and receiving reports and incorporates a full suite of FAR and DFARS clauses governing cybersecurity, data safeguarding, subcontracting, invoice processing, whistleblower rights, and prohibited materials. Compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012 requires implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls for safeguarding covered defense information and mandatory cyber incident reporting, while DFARS 252.204-7018 prohibits sourcing telecommunications equipment from entities on the Section 889 restricted list. The award is classified as a small business set-aside with the contractor required to affirm its size and socioeconomic status under applicable programs, and additional clauses enforce ethical procurement practices, restrictions on former DoD officials’ compensation, hazard communication labeling, and limitations on disclosure of third-party cyber incident data. The contract also includes clauses for accelerated payments to small business subcontractors and unenforceability of unauthorized obligations, with all deliverables subject to government inspection prior to payment.