43--PLATE,COMPRESSOR

The contract pertains to the procurement of a compressor plate assembly identified by part number UX-056-UJ-031, constructed from titanium and requiring an NBR gasket to be pre-installed. The item is cataloged under NSN 4310-01-407-1865 with a quantity of 310 units, each identified by the DLA unit of issue AY. Delivery is required within 168 days after award, with the original target delivery date of November 11, 2026, and a need ship date of January 19, 2027. All shipments are to be delivered FOB origin to the designated location in San Diego, California, and are subject to destination inspection and acceptance by the government. Packaging must strictly adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement (RP001), including preservation method 31 (cold/dry), unit container D3, intermediate container E5, and outer packaging marked per MIL-STD-129 with no special marking codes. The material composition is strictly controlled: mercury or mercury compounds are prohibited from intentional addition or direct contact with any supplied hardware, except for approved functional applications such as batteries, instruments, or chemical reagents specified by NAVSEA, and portable devices containing mercury must include shock-proof design and a secondary containment boundary per NAVSEA 5100-003D. The contract imposes comprehensive compliance obligations under a broad range of federal and defense regulations. Cybersecurity requirements mandate CMMC Level 2 self-assessment and implementation of NIST SP 800-171 controls to safeguard covered defense information, with mandatory reporting of cyber incidents within 72 hours. Export control regulations (ITAR and EAR) apply, prohibiting the use of telecommunications equipment from sanctioned vendors such as Huawei and ZTE. The use of hexavalent chromium is banned in coatings or surface treatments unless explicitly authorized. Hazardous material handling must comply with OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard and DFARS clause 252.223-7001, with specific labeling requirements under MIL-STD-129. The contract is a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, requiring offerors to represent their size status and socioeconomic certifications, including possible small disadvantaged, women-owned, or veteran-owned status. Contractors must affirm their compliance with employment eligibility