PIN, TAPERED, THREADED

This contract solicits 4,500 tapered threaded pins, NSN 5315-00-200-2281, under a Firm Fixed Price arrangement with zero quantity variance, requiring delivery within 180 days after order date at FOB origin. The item is designated as a Critical Safety Item by the Navy and classified as Critical Item Managed (CIM) with Special Procedure Code 03, necessitating strict adherence to DLA Technical and Quality Deskbook Appendix 15 and associated checklists. All supplies must meet technical and quality requirements from the DLA Master List of Technical and Quality Requirements, with sampling mandated to follow MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331, Table 1, using zero non-conformances unless otherwise specified. Manufacturer and distributor requirements include SAE AS9100 for non-tailored quality systems, AS9120 certification for dealers and distributors, and comprehensive manufacturing and quality data traceability with chain-of-custody documentation. Items must be marked per MIL-STD-129, including lot and serial numbers, contractor and actual manufacturer CAGE codes, and part number; packaging must comply with MIL-STD-2073-1E, including specific preservative methods, container types, and palletization per DLA Packaging Requirements. Inspection and acceptance occur at origin, and all waivers or deviations require explicit approval from the DSC Contracting Officer. The requirement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 339993, with evaluation based on best value, giving significant weight to past performance, particularly PPIRS assessments and quality/delivery history, over cost. Compliance is enforced through FAR and DFARS clauses covering sustainable products, security prohibitions, electronic invoicing via WAWF, NIST SP 800-171 assessments, counterfeit part avoidance, hazardous material handling, and supply chain transparency. Contractors must be registered in SAM, submit proposals via DIBBS by July 23, 2026, and adhere to electronic order transmission standards including ANSI X12 or DD Form 1155 via email. The total contract value is capped at $350,000.