RECEPTACLE, FASTENER

The contract solicitation SPE4A1-26-T-2068 seeks 40 units of a receptacle fastener with NSN 5325-00-078-0585 under a simplified acquisition framework. Delivery is required 127 days after order placement, with FOB Origin terms defining both inspection and acceptance points at the contractor’s facility, though the government receiving location is identified as DLA Distribution San Diego at 3581 Cummings Road, Building 3581, San Diego, CA 92136-3581. Packaging must comply with DLA-specific requirements and MIL-STD-2073-1E, using dry preservation methods, box unit containers, and prohibiting mercury compounds. Marking and labeling must adhere to MIL-STD-129, including bar-coding as required for DoD shipments, while Item Unique Identification (IUID) is waived under DFARS 252.211-7003(c)(1)(i). Sampling for acceptance follows MIL-STD-1916 or ASQ H1331 Table 1 with zero non-conformances required unless otherwise specified, and attributes are assigned verification levels VII, IV, and II for critical, major, and minor characteristics respectively, with corresponding AQLs of 0.1, 1.0, and 4.0. The product is subject to export control under ITAR or EAR and may only be accessed by contractors with approved U.S./Canada Joint Certification Program status, completed DLA export control training, and formal DLA authorization. The contract incorporates stringent cybersecurity requirements under DFARS 252.204-7012 and 252.204-7020 mandating NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 1 implementation, self-assessment reporting via the Supplier Performance Risk System, and cyber incident reporting. Contractors must also comply with prohibitions on covered telecommunications equipment, whistleblower protections, employment eligibility verification, and sustainable product standards. Offerors must possess a valid Unique Entity Identifier and CAGE code and may be required to certify socioeconomic status, including small business, HUBZone, or veteran-owned classifications. Technical data handling, hazardous material compliance per OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard, and proper invoicing through WAWF are further obligations. Proposals must be submitted electronically via DIBBS by the specified