95--PLATE,METAL

The contract specifies the procurement of aluminum alloy 6061 in T-651 temper, with precise dimensions of 0.250 inches thick, 48.00 inches wide, and 144.00 inches long, weighing approximately 169.34 pounds per piece. The material must be supplied in full-foot lengths only and conform exactly to the stated specifications with no test coupons permitted. Each unit must be marked with the DLA contract delivery order number, NSN, specification revision, alloy and temper details, manufacturer information, heat and lot numbers, and dimensions using stamping or stenciling methods that are legible, waterproof, and non-contaminating. Adhesive labels are permitted for small bars and tubes under 0.250 inches nominal OD, and tags for wires. Marking must comply with MIL-STD-129R and include both units of measure when applicable, excluding loose shipments. The procurement is governed by stringent quality and packaging requirements. A Certificate of Quality Compliance, or mill-certification, must accompany every shipment and be submitted to the contracting officer. Packaging must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E with preservation code ZZ, conforming to Level A requirements of ASTM B660 and Disc Drawing 01735. All shipments must be palletized per DLA Packaging Requirements for Procurement. Delivery is FOB origin with a 32-day delivery window and no quantity variance permitted. Acceptance and inspection occur at the destination, with the government retaining full authority to reject non-conforming items. Suppliers must be listed on the Qualified Suppliers List for Distributors (QSLD); failure to comply may constitute an unauthorized substitution, potentially triggering criminal penalties. The government waives source inspection for qualified suppliers, but CDRL-METALSCERT and other technical documentation requirements remain active. Multiple delivery points are specified across Robins Air Force Base, Tinker Air Force Base, and New Cumberland, PA. The solicitation mandates compliance with a range of federal and industry standards including SAE AMS4027P, ASTM B660-23, ASTM B666/B666M-20, and MIL-STD-129R(3), while also enforcing cybersecurity, export control, hazardous materials, and anti-tribal trafficking requirements. All proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by August 17, 2026, with pricing