PIN, QUICK RELEASE

This solicitation, issued by the ASC Commodities Division of the Department of Defense, is for the procurement of three Quick Release Pins (NSN 5315-01-520-8755) at a total estimated value of $9.00. The contract requires delivery to the DLA Distribution New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania, with an original required delivery date of January 18, 2027, and a 171-day delivery window. The procurement is subject to destination inspection and acceptance. Technical and quality requirements are governed by the DLA Master List, which takes precedence over other standards such as ASTM D3951. Specific sampling and inspection protocols must follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, with strict acceptance criteria requiring zero non-conformances for sample lots under MIL-STD-105/ASQ Z1.4. Stringent compliance measures are integrated throughout the contract, particularly regarding packaging, marking, and hazardous materials. All packaging must adhere to ASTM D3951 and RP001, while marking and labeling must comply with MIL-STD-129, including specific requirements for barcoding and physical identification of bare items per RQ017. The contract includes significant regulatory provisions concerning cybersecurity (NIST SP 800-171), export controls, and the prohibition of certain materials, such as hexavalent chromium and products from specific foreign military companies. Additionally, contractors must manage hazardous material identification and provide Safety Data Sheets. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) by the August 24, 2026, deadline, and award considerations include socioeconomic representations such as small business, HUBZone, and veteran-owned status.