PLUG, PROTECTIVE, DUST A

This solicitation, issued by the DLA Land and Maritime Fluid Handling Division, is a Request for Quotations for 480 protective plugs designed for dust and moisture sealing (NSN 5340-01-053-7910). The procurement is conducted under the First Destination Transportation program with an FOB Origin term, requiring delivery to the DLA Distribution DDSP New Cumberland Facility in Pennsylvania. The required delivery timeline includes a need ship date of March 16, 2027, and an original required delivery date of April 12, 2027, with a total delivery period of 168 days. Interested offerors must submit their quotes via the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) no later than the deadline of September 28, 2026. The contract is subject to stringent regulatory requirements, including export controls under ITAR or EAR, necessitating that contractors possess approved US/Canada Joint Certification Program certification to access technical data. Compliance with the Buy American Act and the Berry Amendment is required, and any use of non-domestic materials must be disclosed. Furthermore, the government prohibits the use of additive manufacturing for these items unless specifically authorized. Cybersecurity standards are high, incorporating DFARS 252.204-7012 and referencing CMMC Level 2 requirements. Evaluation includes a price preference for certified HUBZone Small Business Concerns. Packaging and marking must adhere to MIL-STD-2073-1E and MIL-STD-129, respectively, and any hazardous materials must be labeled according to the Hazard Communication Standard.